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Morgan Stanley · 1 day ago

Parametric Derivatives Attorney, VP

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $205K/yr

6+ years exp

Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, and they are seeking a Vice President in Investment Management Legal to advise on derivatives-related trading agreements and regulatory obligations. The role involves collaborating with business partners, drafting contracts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in the investment management industry.

Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesLending

Hiring Manager

Jessica Martins

Responsibilities

Working closely with business partners to support Parametric products, clients, and initiatives

Drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts, including investment management agreements and derivatives-related trading agreements (e.g. ISDAs, FCM agreements, repo agreements)

Advising on MSIM's regulatory obligations under the Commodity Exchange Act, Investment Advisers Act, National Futures Association regulations, and other relevant laws governing the investment management industry

Collaborating with other attorneys within Morgan Stanley's Legal and Compliance Division on a wide range of legal matters related to the investment management industry

Assisting other legal team members and the Parametric business team with matters relating to private investment funds

Qualification

J.D. degreeDerivatives trading agreementsRegulatory compliance expertiseSwapsFuturesOptionsDrafting complex agreementsEngaging external counselCollaboration skills

Required

A J.D. from a nationally-recognized law school with bar admission

Professional working experience at a reputable law firm or asset-manager

Significant experience with swaps, futures, options and/or OTC derivative transactions, and associated legal agreements and regulatory obligations

Demonstrated experience drafting and reviewing a range of complex agreements, including derivatives trading agreements, investment management agreements and private funds documents

Deep understanding of external regulatory environments and trends relevant to asset management, including matters arising under the Commodity Exchange Act, National Futures Association rules, relevant exchange and clearinghouse rules and procedures, Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933, Dodd-Frank Act, and Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974

Experience engaging and overseeing external counsel as necessary

At least 6 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role