The Vacancy

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.

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

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. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.
• 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. Examples include extra time for assessments, accessible document formats, alternative interview formats, quiet rooms, or physical and technological accessibility support.

For information about the accessibility features of our Belfast office, please visit Fieldfisher Belfast Office Accessibility Information

What to do next:

• Click 'Apply Now', complete an online application and upload a CV.
• Successful applications will be invited to a 20-30-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
• Every role recruits differently. But we'll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.
• For hybrid opportunities, you'll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
• We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can't always promise that. We will work around everyone's availability. You can contact us at Brianna.Hartridge@fieldfisher.com.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.

The Firm

We are not a UK firm with offices in Europe. We are a European law firm at our core. While our HQ is London, we are spreading across Europe at pace. In addition to UK, China and Silicon Valley we have offices in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and Spain.

With 1,800 people across 28 offices across 14 countries you might expect an impersonal office culture, but you will find a homely, family feel even in the largest offices.

Quality on both sides
Across all our offices and jurisdictions are market-leading practices in corporate/M&A, finance, real estate, energy and natural resources, technology and life sciences.

We count as clients large corporations including major technology firms, pharmaceutical and life sciences companies, energy suppliers, infrastructure companies, global banks and financial institutions.

We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. Applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Season ticket loans

Bike to work loans

Testimonial

Charlotte Round - Finance Partner, Manchester

"It is great being in a firm which "gets" cross-office working - to feel properly part of a national team and to work with colleagues in other specialisms who are unconstrained by geography."

Richard Dwight - DMS Team Leader at Fieldfisher

"I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step.

Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity."

Rebecca Reardon - Executive Assistant

"Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry-level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well-rounded, home-grown talent.

The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job."