ISDA Documentation Consultant
J.P.MorganJ.P. Morgan's EMEA Derivatives Clearing and ISDA Team is looking for a motivated individual to assist with in the documentation effort associated with the margin rules for non-cleared derivatives. Successful candidates will temporarily join an established team of lawyers and documentation specialists to draft, negotiate and execute regulatory-compliant margin documentation, including custodial arrangements, between JPMorgan and its counterparties.
The position is located at 25 Bank Street, London. Training will be provided. Prior derivatives negotiation experience is highly desirable. Prior contract negotiating experience is required.
Position involves frequent interaction with Sales, Credit, Client Service, Business Management and Operations internally and Clients externally - strong interpersonal/communication skills required.
Individual will also be responsible for coordinating Credit approvals, initiating Client documentation process with different production areas of the firm, and helping to resolve issues raised by Clients and the Business that relate to legal agreements as well as various other paralegal functions.
Responsibilities
- Drafting and finalizing business specific agreements with Clients focussed on Initial Margin Documentation
- Processing completed agreements
- Attending to archiving of completed documents
- Involved in internal system set up and establishing controls for credit and documentation tracking
- Assisting with updating internal policies
Skills and experience
- Previous derivative documentation experience (OTC derivatives experience necessary)
- Ideally experience with Initial Margin Documentation
- Strong attention to detail
- Polished verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills
- Must be literate in Microsoft programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
- Ability to manage projects and work independently
- Team player, confident, and proactive
