Derivatives Documentation Negotiator
In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.
The position at a glance
In detail
- Provide advice to front office personnel in the Global Markets division of BNP Paribas in relation to standard and bespoke derivatives and securities financing transactions, primarily in the Credit asset class.
- Draft, review and negotiate master agreements, including ISDAs, CSAs, MRAs, GMRAs, MSFTAs, Account Control Agreements and related derivatives documentation with outside clients such as investment funds and hedge funds.
- Draft, review and negotiate confirmations and master confirmations for bespoke derivatives and securities financing transactions, including credit derivatives, total return swap transactions, repurchase transactions and repurchase facilities.
- Analyze derivatives trading-related legal and regulatory issues, including closeout netting, applicability of various U.S. and cross-border regulations, including Dodd-Frank and margin rules, and discuss related issues with internal stakeholders and clients.
- Analyze and provide advice in connection with internal approval processes for exceptional transactions, new business activities and new trading venues, including coordinating with external counsel, business sponsors and in-house lawyers in other jurisdictions.
- Develop and maintain internal policies and procedures for derivatives transactions and documentation and advise junior negotiators with respect to complex issues arising during negotiations.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Bachelor Law Degree;
- Minimum 5 years of law firm or in-house experience;
- Experience in negotiating documentation for credit derivatives and/or financing transactions, including master confirmations, master repurchase agreements, ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, MSFTAs, Account Control Agreements, as well as related ancillary documentation such as confidentiality agreements, amendment agreements and guarantees;
- Experience in negotiating with external clients and asset managers, advising capital markets trading businesses, client on-boarding;
- Excellent negotiation, oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and analytical and interpersonal skills;
- Experience handling multiple projects simultaneously;
- Ability to prioritize workload, manage time efficiently while retaining attention to detail;
- Work well in a fast-paced environment;
- Work across the organization as required and maintain high standards of professionalism in all dealings with team members and internal/external clients;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office;
- Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, knowledge of the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
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What you need to know
·We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
·BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, you can contact accessibility [at] us.bnpparibas (dot) com
·You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.
BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).
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About us
BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.
BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.
Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.
With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.
Our certifications and partnerships
·Montreal’s Top Employers 2024
·Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024
·Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
·Pride at Work Canada
·Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
·Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
·Synclusiv
·Ready, Willing and Able
·Autisme sans Limites
·LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
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