Attorney

Posted:
8/29/2024, 9:00:55 AM

Location(s):
New York, New York, United States ⋅ New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

About the position

We are looking for a junior Attorney to join the transactional team in our growing Legal and Compliance department. You’ll assist various business groups in drafting and negotiating transactional agreements and advising on legal and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities of this role will include:

  • Negotiating and drafting a broad range of complex trading and financing agreements for prime brokerage, derivatives (e.g., ISDAs and futures), clearing and execution, investments, securities financing, and bespoke products
  • Researching and advising on regulations affecting the business and related legal issues 
  • Assisting with new projects, including knowledge management, establishment of standards and templates, and supporting new and expanding business areas
  • Liaising with external counsel and other external advisers as needed 
  • Collaborating with other teams across Jane Street, including Trading, Credit, Operations, and Tax 

About you

  • 2-3 years of experience in a derivative/corporate/regulatory team at a law firm (preferred) or financial company
  • Experienced with drafting and negotiating trading and financing agreements 
  • Reliable and flexible team player with a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and collaborative approach
  • Organized self-starter with project management skills and excellent attention to detail 
  • Strong and concise communicator; skilled writer and negotiator
  • Able to handle competing priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment
  • Highly analytical and pragmatic thinker who can articulate well-reasoned legal arguments to stakeholders 
  • Familiarity with derivatives, financing, and related regulations (e.g., Dodd-Frank) is preferred

If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to [email protected].