SVP, Managing Counsel - Prominent Investment Bank
About the Role
A leading global investment bank is seeking a highly experienced attorney to join its legal team as SVP, Managing Counsel. This role will focus on providing legal support for derivatives and trading documentation, with a particular emphasis on ISDA Master Agreements and related trading documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and support on derivatives transactions, including negotiation and review of ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, and other trading documentation.
- Advise on legal and regulatory issues related to derivatives and capital markets activities.
- Manage and develop a team of attorneys, providing leadership, guidance, and performance oversight.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders including trading, risk, compliance, and operations teams.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting derivatives markets and assess their impact on the business.
- Support strategic initiatives and projects across the legal department.
Qualifications
- J.D. or equivalent legal degree; admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 8 years of legal experience with a strong focus on ISDA and derivatives documentation, preferably within a bank or financial services organization.
- Demonstrated experience managing or mentoring legal professionals.
- Strong understanding of U.S. and global regulatory frameworks applicable to derivatives.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience working in a global or cross-border legal environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive and collaborative approach.
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