Job Title: Financial Services Associate (Derivatives)

Location: New York, NY

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 3-6+ years

About the Firm: The firm is a prestigious and long-established presence in the legal industry, renowned for its expertise in various practice areas including capital markets, corporate, finance, financial regulatory, financial restructuring, litigation, and real estate. With offices in major financial hubs such as Charlotte, London, New York, and Washington, DC, the firm has built a reputation for excellence and innovation since its founding in 1792. The firm values professional development, offering comprehensive training programs and maintaining a fair 2,000 billable hour requirement, which includes 100 hours for pro bono, diversity efforts, and other qualified work.

Role Overview: The New York office is seeking a midlevel associate to join the Financial Services Department, specializing in Derivatives. This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing, market-leading practice focused on representing commercial and investment banks on a diverse range of derivatives transactions for hedge funds, private equity funds, and registered investment companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent commercial and investment banks in a wide array of derivatives transactions.
• Draft and negotiate documents for complex and highly structured transactions.
• Manage and move transactions forward independently while effectively managing client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory developments, and legal precedents impacting the derivatives market.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree and NY Bar admission required.
• 3-6 years of derivatives experience at a financial institution or law firm.
• Experience drafting documents for complex structures.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Salary: The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $260,000 to $390,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, and, if applicable, the location from which the applicant will be performing the job.