Equity Derivatives Negotiation Counsel - NYC

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Job Description:

We are seeking an Equity Derivatives Negotiation Counsel to join our FS team. This role is ideal for attorneys with hands-on experience negotiating and advising on ISDA Master Agreements and related trading documentation . Candidates should have a practical understanding of collateral arrangements, netting provisions, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced derivatives environment. Preference is given to those located in New York City for occasional onsite client work.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and advise on ISDA Master Agreements (including CSAs), MSFTAs, MRAs (repo transactions), and securities lending agreements (GMSLAs, if applicable) .

• Support prime brokerage agreements and related documentation for financial institutions, hedge funds, and asset managers.

• Advise internal teams on collateral arrangements, netting, and regulatory compliance in relation to equity derivatives.

• Assist with counterparty onboarding, documentation workflows, and playbook maintenance , ensuring market standards and regulatory alignment.

• Track negotiation status, manage escalations, and support high-volume documentation efforts.

• Stay up to date on regulatory developments impacting equity derivatives documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• JD or equivalent with active bar admission.

• Experience negotiating ISDA Master Agreements and related derivatives documentation .

• Understanding of collateral mechanics, netting provisions, and margin requirements .

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple agreements concurrently.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

• Located in NYC or open to occasional on-site client work .

Preferred Skills:

• Hands-on experience with equity derivatives, prime brokerage agreements, MSFTAs, MRAs, and GMSLAs .

• Background supporting hedge funds, asset managers, or investment banks .

• Practical knowledge of regulatory frameworks and market practices.

• Familiarity with high-volume negotiation environments and maintaining documentation playbooks.

Compensation, Benefits & Location:

This role offers a range of competitive compensation starting at $145k and adjusted to take location and years of experience into consideration . We offer a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401k, and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development tools and resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.

Axiom is the global leader in high- caliber , on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services .

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

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