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Structured Finance (Derivatives) Solicitor (NQ-3)

City of London Permanent View Job Description
Join a dynamic Finance team specialising in derivatives and structured finance. You will advise on a broad range of transactions, including OTC derivatives, structured products, securities financing, and highly structured financing arrangements. The role also involves working closely with the firm's structured credit, securitisation, and energy/project finance practices.
  • Top tier work with an international firm
  • Opportunity for growth and development

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global law firm with a market-leading Banking & Finance practice, advising major financial institutions, corporates, and funds on complex, high-value transactions. The team is recognised for its expertise in derivatives, structured products, securitisation, and structured finance, as well as innovative financing solutions across sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and technology. The firm combines technical excellence with commercial insight, delivering strategic advice on cutting-edge financial products and regulatory developments.

Job Description

  • Draft and negotiate ISDA documentation, credit support annexes, and related agreements.
  • Advise on regulatory issues impacting derivatives and structured products (e.g., EMIR, MiFID II).
  • Support structured finance transactions, including securitisations and repackagings.
  • Assist with margin lending, securities financing, and collateral arrangements.
  • Coordinate with tax, regulatory, and insolvency specialists to deliver integrated advice.
  • Manage due diligence and transaction execution for complex cross-border deals.
  • Maintain client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

  • NQ-3 Solicitor who has undertaken a derivatives seat or worked in this space since qualification
  • Strong academic background
  • Experience in derivatives; exposure to securitisation, structured finance, or energy/project finance is desirable
  • Open to applicants in private practice or in-house
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a team environment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Exposure to high-profile, complex transactions in a global environment.
  • Structured career development and training opportunities.
  • Inclusive and collaborative culture with a strong focus on innovation.
Contact
Nick Barker
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6884278
Phone number
+442072692103

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Banking & Finance - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nick Barker
Consultant phone
+442072692103
Job reference
JN-112025-6884278