Senior-associate level role in a major US law firm’s global markets/derivatives team based in New York. The role combines transactional and advisory work across credit and structured derivatives, with opportunities to work on cross-border matters and collaborate with teams in other jurisdictions.

Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and negotiating transaction documents, preparing legal opinions, managing deal processes from term sheet to post-closing, and contributing to departmental know-how. The role requires regular client interaction and a commercial, business-development mindset.

New York-qualified mid-level derivatives lawyer
Experience in credit derivatives and structured credit transactions
Knowledge of US derivatives regulatory regime and bankruptcy issues (including as they relate to digital assets)
Strong transaction management and document-drafting skills
Proven cross-border experience and client relationship/business development ability
Excellent academic record and strong attention to detail

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