Senior Associate Attorney - Corporate (Derivatives)

Overview

A prestigious AmLaw 50 law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney specializing in Corporate Derivatives to join their Capital Markets practice in New York, NY. This hybrid role involves working within the Financial Regulatory and Derivatives practice groups, advising investment managers, financial institutions, and emerging companies on a range of regulatory and transactional matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on transactions involving traditional assets such as interest rates, currencies, commodities, securities, and credit.
• Represent clients including investment banks, family offices, public and private companies, and sovereign wealth funds on complex structured products and asset classes, including crypto, ESG, private equity, weather, longevity, and real estate.
• Provide strategic counsel on sophisticated transactions related to hedging, investing, balance sheet management, monetization, and arbitrage.
• Manage complex projects and client relationships with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier (T-14) law school with a strong academic record.
• Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience handling transactional commodities, futures, and derivatives matters.
• Experience advising on Dodd-Frank, CFTC, and SEC regulations and regulatory compliance.
• Strong drafting, communication, and analytical skills.
• Candidates with corporate transactional experience seeking to expand into derivatives are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work on high-impact, cross-border transactions and regulatory matters.
• Experience working in a collaborative and inclusive environment with access to training and mentorship.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary range of $365,000 to $445,000, commensurate with experience, location, and market factors.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, wellness programs, paid time off, and additional perks.

Location

• New York, NY (Hybrid work arrangement)

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a resume, deal list, cover letter indicating preferred office location, and law school transcript.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.