Interim Derivatives Lawyer - Global Financial Institution - 6M Contract - ASAP

Interim Equity Derivatives Lawyer (6-Month Contract)

📍 London | Hybrid Working

⏱ ASAP Start

💰 Competitive Day Rate

📅 6-Month Contract

🌍 Join a Globally Recognised Investment Banking Brand

We are partnering with a globally recognised investment bank to appoint an experienced Interim Legal Counsel to join its European Markets & Securities Services (MSS) Legal team, supporting the Equity Derivatives business.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing legal team during a period of significant growth and regulatory change, providing commercially focused legal support across a broad range of Equity Derivatives and Structured Products matters.

Key Responsibilities

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• Advise on legal and reputational risk across the Equity Derivatives business.
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• Draft, review and negotiate transaction documentation, including distribution agreements and pricing supplements.
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• Provide pragmatic legal advice to senior business stakeholders.
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• Support regulatory implementation and documentation enhancement projects.
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• Work closely with Front Office, Structuring, Compliance, Risk and external counsel.
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About You

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• Qualified lawyer with experience in Equity Derivatives and Structured Products.
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• Background gained within an investment bank or leading international law firm.
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• Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
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• Commercially minded with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading legal team on a high-profile interim assignment, supporting a growing global business.