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Mid Level Financial Regulatory/Derivatives Associate

Advocates Legal Recruiting
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026

ASSOCIATE – CORPORATE – DERIVATIVES (3–6 YEARS)

Derivatives Associate | Financial Regulatory & Transactions | New York

A top AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Financial Regulatory and Derivatives practice in New York.

This role sits at the intersection of transactional derivatives work and evolving regulatory frameworks.

The Role

You will advise investment managers, financial institutions, and emerging companies on:

• Dodd-Frank, CFTC, and SEC regulatory requirements
• Commodities, futures, and swaps transactions
• ISDA-based documentation
• FX, credit, and rates derivatives
• FinTech and crypto-related trading structures

The practice covers the full transaction lifecycle, from structuring and negotiation through regulatory risk management.

Candidate Profile

• At least 3 years of experience with derivatives or commodities transactions
• Familiarity with CFTC and SEC regulatory regimes
• Experience drafting and negotiating ISDA and related documentation
• Interest in expanding into adjacent asset classes and emerging products

This role fits a mid-level associate who wants both transactional reps and regulatory depth.

Why This Role

The broader platform advises major banks, funds, and global market participants on complex structured products and cross-border derivatives matters.

You will work closely with regulatory, enforcement, and transactional partners, gaining perspective that extends beyond pure documentation.

For associates who want to build a long-term derivatives practice with real market exposure, this is a strong platform.

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Salary : $235,000 - $365,000

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