Derivatives Associate Job in New York City, NY Near Me - 373515 | BCGSearch.com

Derivatives Associate

Type Full-Time

Location New York - New York City

Job ID 3NHX373515

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 2 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas Finance - Banking Corporate - Securities and Capital MarketsFinance - GeneralFinance - Financial Services Regulation

2025-07-14 02:19:10

Job Overview:
A top-tier law firm is seeking a Derivatives Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of experience to join its Financial Services practice in New York, NY. This role involves working with commercial and investment banks on a wide range of complex and bespoke derivatives transactions involving hedge funds, private equity funds, and registered investment companies. The position offers an opportunity to be part of a market-leading and rapidly expanding practice in a highly dynamic area of law.

Location:

  • New York, New York

Duties:

  • Represent financial institutions in complex derivatives transactions

  • Draft and negotiate documentation for highly structured, bespoke derivatives deals

  • Advise clients on regulatory and transactional issues related to derivatives

  • Manage and progress transactions independently with minimal supervision

  • Maintain and develop strong client relationships

  • Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders across multiple practice areas

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in derivatives law

  • Experience gained at a financial institution or law firm

  • Proficiency in drafting documents for complex structured transactions

  • Demonstrated ability to handle matters independently and drive deal execution

Education:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

  • Admission to the New York State Bar

Skills:

  • Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills

  • Solid understanding of derivatives markets and related financial instruments

  • Excellent communication and client service skills

  • Ability to manage multiple high-pressure transactions simultaneously

  • Collaborative mindset with attention to detail

This white-shoe New York firm is undergoing some changes--which we believe will definitely be for the better in terms of associate life. Although this transition concerns the old-school fans of this firm, associates confirm the effect has been better and more interesting work in an environment with renewed vigor. Although their litigation section has been somewhat diluted of late, their deal work is booming, even through the economy slowdown. A fresh new attitude at this firm with spectacular office environment, we are excited about the opportunities here.

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