Negotiator TLNT1_NI in Belfast

Fieldfisher Condor is looking to establish a team of Financial Services negotiators based out of our Belfast office, to service our business-as-usual contract negotiation engagements with clients. Initially, we are looking for a senior negotiator who will be responsible for negotiating and executing various master trading documentation related to financial agreements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the full suite of Master Agreements including ISDA, CSA, GMRA, GMSLA and CDEA. Additionally, experience in managing and mentoring junior team members is important too.

Key Responsibilities:

• Agreement Negotiation: Using either counterparty paper or our clients' agreement templates, the senior negotiator will be required to draft, negotiate, obtain internal approvals and finally execute new arrangements with counterparties.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with the legal, business, credit, risk and operations teams at the client, to ensure that all negotiations are agreed and approved by the relevant people.
• Data Management: Ensuring that each negotiation is tracked and updated on our client portal so that the management information is up to date and reconciles against the client's internal systems.
• Training and Mentoring: Using your knowledge and experience, help to train and upskill junior members of the team, and act as a mentor for them as they embark on a negotiation career.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• At least 6 years of experience negotiating financial services agreements, specifically ISDA, CSA, GMRA and GMSLA agreements
• Competence in MS Word and MS Outlook
• Excellent communication, negotiation and client management skills

Condor Fieldfisher launched its "Condor" Alternative Legal Solutions division in January 2017. Condor offers our clients a customisable range of price-efficient and process-efficient services using an alternative delivery model to the traditional law firm model, partnering with best-in-class service providers. Services include large-scale documentation project delivery, technology-assisted contract preparation and outreach, contract negotiation in cost-effective locations such as Belfast and South Africa, high quality management information and access (where required) to Fieldfisher's specialist legal, regulatory and documentation expertise. Condor operates at the cutting edge of legal services and has already won the FT Innovative Lawyers Award 2017 for innovation in new business models. It has also attracted some of the world's leading banks as clients and is extending its coverage from the financial services sector across the Technology, Corporate and Life Sciences sectors.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We're a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more.
• Modern Office Space: Located on Adelaide Street in Belfast City Centre, with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher: At Fieldfisher, inclusion is central to how we work. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to succeed. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or once you join us, we will work with you to put the right support in place.

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