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IMC

Legal Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

We're looking for a seasoned attorney to serve as Legal Counsel. This role is responsible for ... Lead negotiations across all prime brokerage and OTC derivatives documentation including ISDA ...

IMC

Legal Counsel

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

We're looking for a seasoned attorney to serve as Legal Counsel. This role is responsible for ... Lead negotiations across all prime brokerage and OTC derivatives documentation including ISDA ...

Groupe BPCE

Derivatives Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$220 - $260/hr

Are you a skilled attorney with a passion for capital markets and a knack for navigating complex ... ISDA/CSA, MRA/GMRA, MSLA/GMSLA). Keep our standard documentation and templates current and aligned ...

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EDF Trading Limited

Legal Counsel

Houston, TX · On-site

... lawyer oversight where required. * Provide timely, technically accurate and commercially aware ... Experience with wholesale power and gas contracts (NAESB, EEI, and ISDA) and structured energy ...

EDF Trading Limited

$120 - $180/hr

... senior lawyer oversight where required.* Provide timely, technically accurate and commercially ... Experience with wholesale power and gas contracts (NAESB, EEI, and ISDA) and structured energy ...

EDF Trading Limited

Legal Counsel

Houston, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

... senior lawyer oversight where required.* Provide timely, technically accurate and commercially ... Experience with wholesale power and gas contracts (NAESB, EEI, and ISDA) and structured energy ...

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How much do isda attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for isda attorney in the United States is $108,160.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Isda attorney?

An ISDA Attorney specializes in negotiating, drafting, and reviewing contracts governed by the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA). These agreements are crucial in financial markets, as they set the legal framework for derivatives transactions. ISDA Attorneys work with banks, hedge funds, and corporations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and mitigate legal risks. Their role involves advising on netting, collateral arrangements, and dispute resolution related to derivative transactions.

What does an Isda attorney do?

A typical day for an ISDA Attorney involves negotiating and drafting ISDA Master Agreements, coordinating closely with clients and counterparties, and managing documentation for derivatives transactions. You’ll regularly review legal risks, consult with internal teams such as risk, compliance, and trading desks, and provide guidance on regulatory and contract issues. The pace can be fast and detail-oriented, with frequent deadlines and evolving client needs. Collaboration and clear communication across departments are key parts of daily work, offering exposure to a dynamic area of finance law with opportunities to expand expertise and advance into senior legal or compliance roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Isda attorney position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an ISDA Attorney, you need a strong background in finance law, contract negotiation, and in-depth knowledge of the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) Master Agreements, typically supported by a law degree and bar admission. Familiarity with document management systems and legal research databases, as well as experience drafting and reviewing ISDA documentation, is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this position. These abilities are crucial to ensure accurate documentation, mitigate legal and financial risks, and facilitate successful negotiations in high-stakes financial environments.

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Infographic showing various Isda Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,160 per year, or $52 per hour.

Trade Documentation Associate

Royal Bank of Canada

New York, NY • On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Description
What is the Opportunity?
  • Negotiates various types of trading documentation related to global capital markets trading platforms.
  • Ensures that all agreements adhere to RBC Standing Orders and that appropriate approvals have been obtained for all deviations from RBC policy.

What will you do?
  • Negotiates various industry-standard ISDA and SIFMA, and with the Law Group non-standard, master agreements.
  • Negotiates and reviews regulation-driven documentation, particularly ISDA Variation Margin and Initial Margin agreements.
  • Ensures compliance with RBC Standing Orders for all trading documentation.
  • Updates Trading Documentation systems to reflect status of negotiations and to capture information from completed agreements.
  • Ensures appropriate internal systems are updated accordingly.

What do you need to succeed?
  • Demonstrated knowledge of industry-standard master agreements (ISDA & SIFMA, etc.) and various counterparty types (asset managers, corporates, hedge funds, etc.).
  • Understanding of risk issues.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to handle significant and diverse workload.
  • Partnership mentality with respect to rest of RBC enterprise including other functions.
  • Adaptable and committed to continuous learning.
  • Proactive in improving Trading Documentation policies and procedures.
  • Legal qualifications/experience advantageous but not essential.

What's in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
  • Development opportunities through coaching and leadership support.
  • Join a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • Opportunities to gain expertise in credit analysis, corporate finance, and credit ratings fundamentals, and apply this knowledge to research, marketing materials, and client recommendations.
  • The chance to make a lasting impact and build strong client relationships.
  • Opportunities to do challenging work

The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $120,000 - $160,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate's experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.
RBC's compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:
  • Drives RBC's high-performance culture
  • Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
  • Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills
Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork
Additional Job Details
Address:
BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET:NEW YORK
City:
New York
Country:
United States of America
Work hours/week:
40
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
CAPITAL MARKETS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-08-10
Application Deadline:
2026-09-15
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Our Employment Opportunities
At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
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