Derivatives Lawyer

Company: Taylor Root
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Location: London
Job Description:

A leading legal-tech consultancy is looking for a talented derivatives lawyer to join their expert derivatives team.

You’ll help maintain and develop multi‑jurisdictional content covering netting, collateral, pre‑trade due diligence and global derivatives regulation.

The role

  • Updating and producing legal analysis for digital publication
  • Working with counsel globally to commission and review legal opinions
  • Contributing to the development of new products
  • Supporting subscribers through training and guidance
  • Monitoring and summarising key regulatory developments

The requirements

  • Strong derivatives experience (4–7 PQE)
  • Excellent drafting, analytical and technical skills
  • Confidence working with complex cross-border legal matters
  • A proactive, organised and collaborative approach
  • Someone who enjoys distilling complex legal issues into clear, concise explanations

This is an ideal role for a technically strong derivatives lawyer seeking interesting, impactful work in a more predictable, product‑focused environment.

Interesting work, friendly, collegiate team and highly flexible hybrid working on offer. This role is also offered on a part time (4-day week) basis.

Posted: May 23rd, 2026