Corporate Associate (Commodities/Derivatives) - NY
Job Description
Associate – Commodities & Derivatives Regulation and Enforcement
Location: New York, NY
Experience Level: 5 years minimu,
Practice Area: Corporate – Commodities and Derivatives
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a mid-level associate to join its Commodities and Derivatives Regulation and Enforcement Practice in the firm’s New York office.
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading financial regulatory and derivatives group advising top-tier investment managers, financial institutions, and FinTech/crypto innovators. The role covers both regulatory and transactional matters, including:
Compliance with Dodd-Frank, CFTC, and SEC regulations
Structuring and negotiating derivatives transactions involving commodities, interest rate swaps, FX, and credit derivatives
Advising on futures and emerging areas such as crypto trading platforms and digital asset compliance
What We're Looking For:
3+ years of experience with commodities, futures, or derivatives transactions
Strong transactional background; regulatory experience a plus
Admission to the New York Bar or eligibility to waive in
A desire to work in a collaborative, fast-paced practice focused on cutting-edge financial products
Attorneys with a solid transactional foundation who are looking to expand into complex regulatory matters are highly encouraged to apply.
