Head of Master Agreements, Leading Global Bank
- Recruiter
- Legal Professionals
- Location
- London (Central), London (Greater)
- Salary
- Highly competitive compensation + benefits
- Posted
- 20 Oct 2017
- Closes
- 17 Nov 2017
- Ref
- MAE15401
- Job Title
- Head of Department
- Practice Area
- Banking, Derivatives, Financial Services
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
THE COMPANY:
Our client, a well-established international bank is seeking a Head of Master Agreements Documentation to head up their documentation team in the EME and APAC regions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Your duties as Head of Master Agreements will include:
- Manage and develop a strong team of master agreement negotiators to ensure all documentations are in accordance with legislation and delivered in a timely manner
- Facilitate the compliance to regulatory reform policies and implement the appropriate IT support strategies
- Be responsible in identifying risk, controlling and mitigating all risks associated with the role
- Ensure the whole team are acting in accordance to the organization’s risk frameworks and policies
- Working with the regional heads of different departments to ensure the organisation is compliance with regulations
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- The ideal candidate will be have substantial experience with master agreements (ISDA, GMRA, GMSLA, CSAs, etc) and financial services regulation from a highly regarded institution.
- Some management experience is highly desirable for this role
- Experience from the buy or sell-side will be considered
*Candidates outside of this bracket will be considered if they are able to demonstrate the prerequisite experience required.