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Attorney - Equity Derivatives

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Bank of America

20d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need expertise in EU, EMEA, and LatAm regulations, strong drafting and negotiation skills for complex products, and knowledge of MIFID II, Prospectus Regulation, and U.S. securities laws.
  • You will draft legal documentation for securitized derivatives, manage execution processes, advise on regulations, and ensure compliance while handling multiple transactions efficiently.

Requirements

  • Candidates need an excellent understanding of rules and requirements for both institutional and retail offerings across the EU and in the EMEA and LatAm regions generally, and knowledge of relevant market practice in this area
  • Manage the execution process for all legal and listing documentation required for issuances
  • The candidate will have previous experience of drafting and negotiating legal documentation for products issued under structured issuance programmes linked to complex underlying’s including equities, fixed income, commodities, and credit
  • Have a broad knowledge of relevant financial law and regulation in so far as it affects securitised products - e.g. MIFID II, Prospectus Regulation, PRIIPs. The candidate should also have a broad understanding of U.S. securities laws and exemptions and their practical application in this area
  • It is essential that candidates have the ability to manage a high volume of transactions within tight deadlines
  • An excellent attention to detail and accuracy in drafting is a key requirement

Responsibilities

  • Providing legal support for the equities, fixed Income and commodities businesses in EMEA, US and LatAm in structuring and documenting securitised derivatives transactions
  • The drafting of legal documentation for structured note, certificate and warrant transactions linked to equities, fixed income, credit and commodities and for reviewing term sheets for these products’ pre-trade
  • Advising and assisting the securitised products business on a day-to-day basis and managing the execution process for all legal and listing documentation required for trades
  • Reviewing internal policies and procedures in the light of regulation affecting structured products and advising on distribution, confidentiality, and similar arrangements
  • Advise and assist the structured notes business on a day-to-day basis
  • Manage the execution process for all legal and listing documentation required for issuances
  • The candidate will have previous experience of drafting and negotiating legal documentation for products issued under structured issuance programmes linked to complex underlying’s including equities, fixed income, commodities, and credit
  • Have a broad knowledge of relevant financial law and regulation in so far as it affects securitised products - e.g. MIFID II, Prospectus Regulation, PRIIPs. The candidate should also have a broad understanding of U.S. securities laws and exemptions and their practical application in this area
  • It is essential that candidates have the ability to manage a high volume of transactions within tight deadlines
  • An excellent attention to detail and accuracy in drafting is a key requirement

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Attorney - Equity Derivatives.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in London.

What is the corporate title associated with this position?

The corporate title is Vice President & Assistant General Counsel.

What responsibilities will the attorney have?

The attorney will provide legal support for the equities, fixed income, and commodities businesses in EMEA, US, and LatAm, structure and document securitised derivatives transactions, draft legal documentation for various transactions, and advise on internal policies concerning structured products.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have an excellent understanding of EU rules and requirements for institutional and retail offerings, experience in drafting and negotiating legal documentation for structured issuance programmes, and knowledge of relevant financial law and regulation.

Is experience with U.S. securities laws necessary?

Yes, candidates should have a broad understanding of U.S. securities laws and exemptions and their practical application in the area of securitised products.

How many lawyers are in the EMEA Equities Legal team?

The EMEA Equities Legal team consists of 31 lawyers, with 30 full-time equivalents (FTE) located in London and 1 FTE in Paris.

What kind of benefits does Bank of America offer?

Bank of America offers private healthcare, a competitive pension plan, backup childcare, flexible benefits, emotional wellbeing support, and opportunities for community volunteering, among others.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion at Bank of America?

Yes, Bank of America is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and invests heavily in the development of their teammates from various backgrounds and experiences.

What is the team's working environment like?

The Platforms Legal team is described as highly collaborative with a professional working relationship and a low turnover rate, focusing on development opportunities for junior team members.

Are candidates required to manage a high volume of transactions?

Yes, it is essential that candidates can manage a high volume of transactions within tight deadlines.

How does Bank of America handle conduct and risk management?

Good conduct and sound judgment are crucial to Bank of America’s long-term success, and they emphasize individual accountability and an ownership mindset as part of their Code of Conduct.

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