Associate Attorney - Corporate (Commodities & Derivatives Reg/Enforcement)

Location: New York, NY

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their dynamic Commodities and Derivatives Regulation and Enforcement practice in their New York office. This role offers the opportunity to advise top-tier financial institutions, asset managers, and cutting-edge FinTech companies on complex regulatory and transactional matters in a fast-evolving legal landscape as a 4th-6th year associate.

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.

• Active Bar Admission in New York.

• 3+ years of substantive experience in commodities, futures, and derivatives law, including regulatory and transactional matters.

• Experience advising clients on CFTC, SEC, and Dodd-Frank regulations, as well as negotiating and documenting a wide range of derivatives transactions.

• Familiarity with products such as interest rate swaps, foreign exchange contracts, credit derivatives, and commodity-linked instruments.

• Exposure to or interest in FinTech, digital assets, and cryptocurrency trading platforms is a plus.

• Excellent communication, legal research, and drafting skills, with the ability to offer practical, business-forward legal advice.

• Advise investment managers, financial institutions, and emerging companies on regulatory requirements under the Commodity Exchange Act, the Securities Exchange Act, and other key financial regulatory regimes.

• Assist in the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of derivatives transactions across various asset classes.

• Monitor and interpret developments in CFTC, SEC, and other domestic and international regulatory frameworks.

• Support enforcement and compliance matters, including internal investigations and interactions with regulators.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive legal solutions on cutting-edge financial products and emerging technologies.

This position offers a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of financial regulation, complex transactions, and innovation in the financial markets. The team is known for its sophisticated client base and collaborative, forward-thinking approach. You’ll gain exposure to some of the most exciting developments in commodities, derivatives, and digital assets—while working alongside leaders in the field.

Compensation is highly competitive and tailored to experience, with generous benefits that include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, wellness programs, and paid time off.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a copy of their law school transcript.