Legal Counsel - Prime Services

About Our Client

Global investment bank.

Job Description

• Provide legal support to the Global Markets Prime Services businesses, specifically focusing on equity derivatives, synthetic prime brokerage and ISDA/MCA documentation
• Work closely with the ISDA documentation team to draft and negotiate ISDA agreements, Master Confirmation Agreements, custody agreements, total return swaps, etc.
• Stay abreast of and advise on relevant regulations and regulatory framework
• Work closely with other members of the legal team on ad-hoc projects
• Work closely with and aid in the management of outside counsel

The Successful Applicant

• JD from US ABA accredited law school
• 2+ years of experience ideally gained in-house supporting the prime services/equity derivatives desk of an investment bank, with prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm highly preferred
• US State Bar Admission
• Direct experience with equity derivatives and synthetic prime brokerage services, including negotiation of Master Confirmation Agreements
• Experience drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of equity derivatives matters
• Strong understanding of ISDA framework
• Excellent drafting and negotiating skills
• Ability to simplify legal advice for multiple stakeholders within a fast paced business

Whats on Offer

• Base salary between $175,00-$225,000
• Cash bonus
• Excellent benefits
• Hybrid working model
• Opportunity for growth
• 401 (k)