Associate - Corporate Derivatives

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified mid-level associate with a minimum of 3 years of experience in transactional commodities, futures, and derivatives matters to join their New York, NY office. The role involves working with investment managers, financial institutions, and emerging companies, covering a dynamic mix of regulatory and transactional matters.

Duties

• Advise on structuring, documenting, and negotiating derivative transactions.
• Provide counsel on regulatory compliance with Dodd-Frank, CFTC, and SEC regulations.
• Engage in legal risk assessment and management for complex transactions.
• Collaborate with global teams on cross-border matters.
• Represent clients in investigations and enforcement actions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in derivatives and transactional matters.
• Expertise in commodities, futures, and derivatives transactions.
• Familiarity with Dodd-Frank, CFTC, and SEC regulations.
• Experience with FinTech and crypto trading is preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and care.
• Retirement savings plans.

This large full service international law firm is devoted to providing legal representation of unparalleled quality to their clients and is now one of the world's largest and most successful law firms with nearly 1,000 lawyers. The New York Branchs attorneys have significant client relationships with nearly every investment bank on Wall Street. They offer competitive salaries and have corporate, finance and real estate, tax, environmental, litigation, and international areas of practice. Their work environment embraces the spirit of teamwork and attorneys have a common commitment to quality. Lawyers here are also active participants in local and national organizations committed to enhancing diversity in the legal profession and the business community.