Providing guidance and advice on legal requirements, as they relate to derivative trading agreements and helping drive resolution for such matters in coordination with negotiators, business stakeholders, and clients.
Assisting with the drafting of bespoke terms, providing advice, and in some cases, negotiating the more complex contract provisions in documents such as ISDA Master Agreements and Credit Support Annexes, OTC Clearing Documentation, Futures Agreements, and ancillary documents such as guarantees, account control and non-disclosure agreements.
Advising business partners and other departments, such as credit and treasury, on contract interpretation, as well as regulatory and commercial law issues relating to contract documents.
Assisting with the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines.
This role may also participate in internal committees and assist with internal/external documentation audits and regulatory inquiries.
Assists team in identifying, evaluating and contributing to the management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk by collaborating with ICRM & Risk, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, escalating as appropriate
Qualifications:
2-5 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in financial services
Banking or financial industry experience, including laws related to OTC derivatives banking regulations
Knowledge of international laws, regulations and practices while staying abreast of regulatory and legal environment, internal policies and industry trends
Effective communication and negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain trusted relationships
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and relationship management skills
Proven ability to apply sound judgement while managing assignments in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Bar license in good standing to practice law
Education:
Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree
Legal - ProductFull timeTampa Florida United States$109,440.00 - $164,160.00