Derivatives Lawyer - Investment Bank

Our client is one of the most recognisable banking brands in the UK.

With a dynamic and market leading investment arm, they are second to none in sectors across banking and finance.

Due to the continued growth of their team and work load, there is now a need to bring on an experienced derivatives lawyer to work closely with the Head of Legal on a broad range of transactional and advisory responsibilities across the group.

Responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, negotiating and advising around derivatives documentation
• Advising senior stakeholders and relevant business units on key regulatory issues including FCA, PRA and MiFID ii
• Liaising with external counsel and managing legal costs across the team

The successful candidate will: 

• Be qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales
• Have 3 to 6 years post qualification experience
• Be trained with a reputable UK law firm or in-house legal team
• Have previous experience working within/advising a leading commercial or retail bank
• Have previous experience providing advice specifically around derivatives documentation and their accompanying regulatory frameworks.

“Please note, our client is unable to offer sponsorship for this opportunity. Finally, should you not be contacted within five working days of submitting your application, then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for the opportunity. We will however, be in touch should there be any other opportunities of potential interest that are suiting to your skills.