Associate | Structured Products, OTC Derivatives | 4-8 PQE | HKG

Our client, a leading global law firm, is looking to hire a mid-level associate to join its ranked derivatives practice in Hong Kong. The team work on a diverse array of derivatives transactions, including over the counter (OTC) and structured products transactions. You will have the opportunity to work with both sell-side and buy-side clients, allowing you to develop a broad skill set.

WHAT

Transactional support: You will provide expert legal advice and support on a variety of derivatives transactions, including over the counter (OTC) derivatives, futures, options, and structured products. You will work closely with clients to structure, negotiate, and draft bespoke derivatives contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.

Documentation: You will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing complex derivatives documentation, including ISDA agreements, master agreements, collateral agreements, and clearing documentation.

Regulatory compliance: You will stay up to date with the ever-evolving regulatory landscape and ensure clients' compliance with relevant derivatives regulations and other applicable rules and guidelines.

YOU

• 4-8years' PQE as a qualified lawyer in Hong Kong or another common law jurisdiction with substantial exposure to derivatives and structured product transactions

• A strong academic background

• Candidates with some in-house legal experience with a leading financial institution could be considered.

AMAZING

• Extensive knowledge of derivatives regulations and familiarity with regulatory frameworks.

• Strong Chinese language skills

• Strong commercial nous and client development skills