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Macquarie Group

Lead Futures Counsel - Futures, Commodities and Global Markets

New York, NY

We are looking for a Lead Futures Counsel to join our commodities and global markets legal team in New York. In this role, you will be given the unique opportunity to assist our growing futures business in the US as lead futures counsel. Your deep and specialized knowledge of futures documentation and regulations will be instrumental to driving new business opportunities forward and helping to chart the next steps in business development.

We are looking for a Lead Futures Counsel to join our commodities and global markets legal team in New York. In this role, you will be given the unique opportunity to assist our growing futures business in the US as lead futures counsel. Your deep and specialized knowledge of futures documentation and regulations will be instrumental to driving new business opportunities forward and helping to chart the next steps in business development.

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In this position, you will be drafting, reviewing, and negotiating futures documentation including customer agreements, loan agreements and non-disclosure agreements. Relying on your knowledge, you will advise the business on current regulatory frameworks and assist in facilitating transactions and addressing regulatory issues as they arise.

Additional day to day responsibilities will include:

  • Advising the business and liaising with various internal departments on futures regulation and assisting with regulatory inquiries
  • Remaining up to date with existing and upcoming regulations which affects the business
  • Instructing and liaising with external counsel
  • Reviewing associated legal opinions
  • Document management and internal systems process work

To be considered for this position, you will have 5+ years of experience at a top tier law firm or financial services firm supporting a front office futures business as their legal counsel. Current NY bar admission is required. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are important for the role.

If you are looking for a highly visible and impactful role within our Commodities and Global markets group, then please apply now.

Salary range for this position: $171,000 - $357,500/Year. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. You may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. We offer a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees.

About Commodities and Global Markets

Commodities and Global Markets provides clients with an integrated, end-to-end offering across global markets including equities, fixed income, foreign exchange and commodities.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths, and an inclusive workplace enables us to embrace that diversity to deliver more innovative and sustainable solutions for our people, clients, shareholders and communities. At Macquarie, you'll be encouraged to be yourself and supported to perform at your best. If you're inspired to deliver on our purpose of 'empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future', we want you on our team. If you need adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other impermissible criterion or circumstance. Macquarie also takes affirmative action in support of its policy to hire and advance in employment of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

We equip our people with the support to work in a range of flexible ways. Talk to us about what working arrangements would help you thrive.

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Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: macquarie-CGM-962302
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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