Hybrid Counsel – Trading & Regulatory Derivatives, Financial Products

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About the role

  • Attorney specializing in trading documentation. Responsible for regulatory compliance and legal guidance on U.S. financial regulation.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, negotiate, and review trading agreements including: ISDA Master Agreements and Credit Support Annexes (CSAs)
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external counterparties to ensure timely execution
  • Advise on U.S. regulatory requirements impacting trading activities
  • Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on trading documentation
  • Support onboarding of clients with counterparty banks and ensure compliance with key regulatory developments
  • Provide legal input on new product launches and trading strategies
  • Maintain and update legal templates and negotiation guidelines

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing
  • Minimum 5–8 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department at a financial institution
  • Deep understanding of derivatives and trading documentation, including ISDA, MSFTA, and futures/options agreements/OTC clearing addendums
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. financial regulatory landscape (SEC, CFTC, Dodd-Frank)
  • Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple complex transactions and work collaboratively across teams
  • Experience with fund structures and cross-border documentation is a plus

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick time)
  • Competitive and comprehensive benefits program

Job title

Counsel – Trading & Regulatory Derivatives, Financial Products

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$108,000 - $186,300 per year

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

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