Associate Counsel, Documentation Negotiator
August 21
🏢 In-office - Manhattan
Description
• Prepare, negotiate, and track various legal agreements covering derivatives and securities financing transactions. • Coordinate with front and middle office, onboarding, compliance, and the credit/risk department in the negotiation of the various legal agreements. • Interpret policies, procedures, and compliance requirements. • Identify and mitigate business and legal risks. • Advise management of industry trends or issues based on recently negotiated transactions. • Work on various projects, including amending and updating templates, processes, and systems to ensure consistency with business objectives and compliance requirements.
Requirements
• At least three (3) years of professional experience at a large financial institution as a document negotiator. • Qualified candidates are required to have a J.D. degree • Specific knowledge of equity, interest rate, commodity, and credit derivatives • Experience negotiating with sophisticated counterparties is a plus • Experience negotiating non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) would be helpful • Effective oral and interpersonal skills a must. Skillful written communication is necessary; the ability to convey thoughts clearly and succinctly and to communicate pertinent complex information in a clear and organized manner. • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Benefits
• Competitive compensation packages • Company equity • 401k matching • Gender neutral parental leave • Full medical, dental and vision insurance • In-office benefits include lunch stipends, fully stocked kitchens, happy hours, and amazing views.
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