We are currently seeking Paralegals with a minimum of 3-6 months' experience in ISDA derivatives for a range of roles with our clients.

By applying for this opportunity, you are not applying for a specific paralegal role. Instead, you will be added to our database of successful candidates for future positions with our clients involving derivatives (ISDA).

A basic understanding of ISDA is required, and experience in drafting and negotiating ISDA agreements is highly advantageous.

Opportunities may arise with a range of clients, including law firms and in-house legal teams. Roles vary from short term paralegal assignments lasting a few weeks to longer placements of several months, as well as permanent positions where you would be hired directly by our clients.

Typical responsibilities:

• Supporting legal team; keeping track of the work done
• Working through databases, uploading documents and checking for accuracy
• Assisting with locating documentation in the internal documentation storage system for other teams
• Monitoring the derivatives teams inbox and responding to queries
• Preparing sign off sheets and arranging for documents to be signed
• Reviewing (if required) OTC derivatives documentation (ISDA, VM CSA, Accession and Amendment Agreements) for key terms
• Liaising clearly and openly with line manager and with all departments/areas using derivatives

Experience

• University law degree or equivalent or experienced paralegal
• A minimum of 3–6 months' experience with ISDA derivatives is required
• Strong team player
• Good communication skills
• Good drafting and written communication skills
• Able to develop and demonstrate strong working relationships with other team members, e.g. fund managers, client directors, compliance, operations, credit / risk and product control; and with counterparty lawyers, credit, operational and front office staff
• Ability to work under pressure

Keywords

Derivatives, in-house, ISDA, service agreements.

Location

London