We are currently seeking a Derivatives Lawyer to work with various Axiom clients across all industries.
Responsibilities:
1. Providing practical and commercial advice to key business stakeholders; and supporting on a range complex OTC and exchange-traded derivatives transactions for both sell-side and buy-side clients.
2. Working on essential projects in response to current regulatory and political changes, including Brexit and IM phases 4 & 5.
3. Drafting and negotiating a range of both standard and complex derivatives documentation.
4. Good understanding of Clearing rules/CCP and any asset classes: Equity, Fixed Income, Credit, etc.
5. Advising on risk mitigation strategies and maintaining up to date regulatory standards.
6. Assisting the development of new products and markets.
7. Working with and advising business clients directly, providing guidance and practical solutions in relation to the ever-changing FS regulatory environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. 2 years of relevant experience supporting a financial institution.
2. Sense of urgency combined with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work both independently and cross functionally.
3. You must have the right to work and be eligible to practice as a lawyer in the UK.
Compensation, Benefits & Location:
This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, pension and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.
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