Description
Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking a mid-senior level Derivatives Associate to join their team in London.
The role involves working alongside senior lawyers on a wide range of derivatives matters, including conventional and Shariah-compliant transactions. You will advise on structured derivatives and repo transactions, negotiate and document various derivative products, and work on structured finance transactions and regulatory matters.
Responsibilities include:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal agreements, including trade confirmations, ISDA master agreements, and derivative trading agreements
- Advising on ISDA agreements, master agreements, and related documentation
- Managing complex transactions with a high level of accuracy
- Interacting confidently with clients and senior stakeholders
- Thinking strategically in a dynamic and rapidly evolving legal landscape
The ideal candidate will have:
- Qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent experience in another jurisdiction)
- Experience at a top-tier UK, US, or international law firm, with a focus on derivatives and structured finance
- A strong academic background and solid understanding of derivatives products and financial markets
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong commercial awareness and ability to think strategically
Norton Rose Fulbright offers a diverse and inclusive environment, flexible working arrangements, and a range of family-friendly and inclusive employment policies.
This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, highly motivated lawyer to work in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment within a leading global law firm.