Derivatives Counsel, VP

Derivatives Legal Counsel (VP)

Investment Bank

London

A leading global investment bank is looking for a commercially minded, technically strong lawyer to join its Derivatives and Structured Finance Legal team as Vice President. You'll provide legal support across the EMEA derivatives business, with a focus on negotiating and advising on ISDA documentation (Master Agreements, CSAs, IM/collateral, Resolution Stay Protocols, cleared derivatives) alongside broader OTC derivatives and finance-linked transactions.

This is a business-facing role working closely with trading, treasury, credit risk, and collateral management teams, and covering legal and regulatory developments including EMIR, UK EMIR, Dodd-Frank, MiFID II, SFTR, and CDSR. Experience with GMRA/GMSLA and securities financing transactions is advantageous but not essential.

What we're looking for:

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• Qualified solicitor, 4-8 years' PQE, from an international bank or law firm derivatives/structured finance practice
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• Strong ISDA documentation expertise
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• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and stakeholder management skills
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• Sound commercial judgment and ability to work independently
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• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
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Interested? Contact James Franklin, Managing Director at The Danos Group, to discuss further, or apply via the link.

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