Taylor Root is delighted to be working with a leading international law firm seeking a talented Senior Associate or Counsel to join its highly regarded Derivatives & Structured Products team in London.



This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading finance practice advising major investment banks, financial institutions, asset managers, funds, corporates and other sophisticated market participants on complex cross-border transactions. The team is recognised for its expertise across a broad range of derivatives, structured products and financing arrangements, with a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused advice on cutting-edge matters



The Role



You will advise on a wide variety of matters, including:

• OTC derivatives across multiple asset classes


• ISDA documentation and related trading agreements


• Structured notes and structured products transactions


• Hedging arrangements linked to acquisition, project and structured finance transactions


• Securities financing and repo transactions


• Regulatory developments affecting derivatives markets


• Complex cross-border financing and capital markets transactions

About You

• England & Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent common law qualification)


• 5+ years' PQE gained at a recognised derivatives, structured products or financial markets practice


• Strong experience advising on derivatives documentation and transactions


• Excellent technical drafting and analytical skills


• Ability to manage client relationships and work effectively within international teams


• Commercially minded with a proactive and collaborative approach

The Opportunity

• Join a top-tier international finance platform with an outstanding market reputation


• Work closely with leading practitioners on high-profile and innovative transactions


• Exposure to a premium client base including global financial institutions and major corporates


• Genuine opportunities for progression and career development


• Supportive and collaborative culture with excellent quality of work

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.



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