Derivatives Lawyer

7 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Taylor Root Full time

Job Overview

Taylor Root is seeking an experienced Derivatives Lawyer to join their team in the financial services industry. This role will involve providing comprehensive legal support for the business with equity derivatives transactions, collaborating with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of derivatives transactions, and advising on regulatory matters related to derivatives.

About Taylor Root

Taylor Root is a leading recruitment consultancy specializing in senior-level roles within the finance and law sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide full-range legal support for the business with equity derivatives transactions;
  • Support the team with product engineering, design, and associated legal issues;
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating derivatives documentation;
  • Collaborating with internal teams, including trading, risk management, compliance, and operations, to ensure smooth execution of derivatives transactions;
  • Managing external legal counsel as needed and coordinating with counterparties' legal teams;
  • Advising on regulatory matters related to derivatives, including EMIR, MiFID II, and other relevant regulations;
  • Keeping abreast of legal and regulatory developments in the derivatives market and providing updates and training to internal stakeholders;

Qualifications and Skills:

  • A qualified lawyer with 4+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in derivatives law, preferably within a financial services firm or top-tier law firm;
  • Experience of derivatives markets and products;
  • Knowledge of equity derivatives would be a plus for this position;
  • Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex derivatives agreements;
  • Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements affecting derivatives transactions;
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail;

Estimated Salary Range: £120,000 - £180,000 per annum


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