Senior Counsel, ISDA Negotiator
Who are we?
FalconX is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and cutting-edge technology, FalconX addresses the industry's foremost challenges: Navigating the digital asset market can be complex and fragmented, with limited products and services that support trading strategies, structures, and liquidity found in conventional financial markets. As a comprehensive solution for all digital asset strategies from start to scale, FalconX operates as the connective tissue empowering clients with seamless navigation through the ever- evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
Job Overview
As an Senior Counsel, ISDA Negotiator, you will have the unique opportunity to assist in growing our revenue-generating derivatives businesses in the US. You will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and executing International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) agreements and related documentation to support our expanding derivatives business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the negotiation and execution of complex ISDA Master Agreements, Schedules, and Credit Support Annexes.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders across legal, credit, risk, trading, and operations to deliver seamless transaction execution.
- Conduct due diligence, manage documentation workflows, and maintain high-quality data and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with the company’s regulatory requirements concerning documents being negotiated.
- Influence internal strategy to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required
- 5+ years of experience at a top-tier law firm or financial services firm supporting the negotiation of derivatives documentation.
- Experience in reviewing legal opinions, netting opinions, and collateral opinions, and staying up-to-date with existing and upcoming regulations.
- Strong understanding of ISDA terms, credit agreements, and account control agreements.
The base pay for this role is expected to be between $162,000 and $205,000 in the New York City area. This expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role will also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance linked bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for a successful candidate will be determined based on a number of factors such as location, skillset, experience, qualifications and the level at which the candidate is hired.
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