Derivatives Counsel

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Simmons & Hanbury Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Derivatives Counsel to join our client's growing Legal team and derivatives business. The ideal candidate will have experience in traditional financial markets and be able to adapt to the dynamic nature of In-House working.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate agreements related to derivatives offerings, working closely with business stakeholders to develop a unique derivatives framework.

• Advise and implement solutions that are compliant and work for the company, including business functions and other departments.

• Collaborate with external advisors to define regulatory requirements for crypto derivatives in various jurisdictions.

Experience Requirements:

• Circa 3-7 years of experience practicing law at a top-tier law firm or as in-house counsel for a firm specialized in financial services, fintech, and/or crypto.

• Experience negotiating ISDA and other OTC derivatives, and advising on related regulatory issues.

• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and their application to OTC derivatives in various jurisdictions.

About Simmons & Hanbury:

Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist executive search firm that sources and secures top talent for our clients. We provide an integrated international service to support our clients across the globe, from our group headquarters in the City of London. We support some of the most prestigious organizations in the world, across financial services, commerce, and industry.



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