Derivatives & Structured Products Lawyer

Taylor Root is delighted to be working with a leading international law firm seeking a talented Associate or Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Derivatives & Structured Products team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading finance practice advising major investment banks, financial institutions, asset managers, funds, corporates and other sophisticated market participants on complex cross-border transactions. The team is recognised for its expertise across a broad range of derivatives, structured products and financing arrangements, with a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused advice on cutting-edge matters

The Role

You will advise on a wide variety of matters, including:

• OTC derivatives across multiple asset classes
• ISDA documentation and related trading agreements
• Structured notes and structured products transactions
• Hedging arrangements linked to acquisition, project and structured finance transactions
• Securities financing and repo transactions
• Regulatory developments affecting derivatives markets
• Complex cross-border financing and capital markets transactions

About You

• England & Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent common law qualification)
• 2+ years' PQE gained at a recognised derivatives, structured products or financial markets practice
• Strong experience advising on derivatives documentation and transactions
• Excellent technical drafting and analytical skills
• Ability to manage client relationships and work effectively within international teams
• Commercially minded with a proactive and collaborative approach

The Opportunity

• Join a top-tier international finance platform with an outstanding market reputation
• Work closely with leading practitioners on high-profile and innovative transactions
• Exposure to a premium client base including global financial institutions and major corporates
• Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
• Supportive and collaborative culture with excellent quality of work

This role would suit an ambitious derivatives lawyer looking to take the next step in their career within a high-performing and internationally recognised team.