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Derivatives Attorney

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axiomtalentplatform logoAxiomtalentplatform · Remote
Full-timeRemote3mo ago
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Responsibilities

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, Master Confirmation Agreements, Term Commitment Agreements, Account Control Agreements, and other derivatives trading documents .
  • Providing legal guidance on derivatives transactions, collateral management, and OTC trading compliance .
  • Collaborating with trading desks, Front Office, Legal, Compliance, and Credit teams on derivatives transactions and regulatory initiatives .
  • Managing legal, risk, and compliance issues for clients in the derivatives and financial services sector .
  • Staying ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and global derivatives rules to provide proactive counsel.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in derivatives, capital markets, or trading documentation legal work .
  • Strong knowledge of ISDA agreements, CSA, and global OTC derivatives regulations .
  • Proven track record of advising clients on derivatives documentation and regulatory compliance .
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills.
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree and licensed to practice law.
  • Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with prime brokerage documentation, account control agreements, and regulatory initial margin requirements .
  • Familiarity with cross-border derivatives regulations including U.S. Dodd-Frank, EMIR, UK, Canadian, and Singapore frameworks .
  • Comfortable supporting global trading operations and multiple time zones .

Benefits

About Axiom:Learn more about life at Axiom .Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today's business landscape with best in class alterative legal services.Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact benefits@axiomlaw.com.Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full data privacy notice is available here.Employment with Axiom may be coHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule

Additional Information

Join Our Team as an Attorney at Axiom We are seeking a Derivatives Counsel to join our Financial Services team. In this role, you will provide expert legal advice and support to our clients in derivatives and OTC trading , ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and facilitating seamless transactions. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading clients on ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, and other derivatives documentation , shaping legal strategies and supporting global trading operations. This is an existing vacancy.

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