Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel- FX & Derivatives Legal Team Manager

Min 12 yrs required

Full-time

No

Requisition Number 2110687
Total Years of Experience 12+
Education Level .
Job Description Type of Role Management & Supervision
Travel Yes, 10% of the time
Remote Work Yes, 10% of the time
Compensation Competitive salary and benefits package
Company BNY Mellon
Industry Banking and Financial Services
Department FX & Derivatives Legal

Role: Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel- FX & Derivatives Legal Team Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL
Experience: Minimum 12 years
Job Type: Full time, Day shift
Travel: 10% of the time

Job Summary:

BNY Mellon, one of the world's top asset management and banking firms, is seeking a Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel to manage their FX & Derivatives Legal team. This role is hybrid in-office and is located in either Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL. The successful candidate will have a law degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or large financial institution dealing with FX and derivatives. They must also have experience with relevant regulations and trading agreements, as well as prior management experience.

Responsibilities:

- Manage a team of attorneys supporting FX & Derivatives businesses, including Programmatic FX trading and Swap Dealer and Securities-Based Swap Dealer businesses
- Act as primary resource for team members, providing practical and commercial advisory solutions
- Build effective relationships with business partners and service partners such as Compliance, Credit, Risk, and Operations
- Advise on regulatory examinations, remediations, and enforcement actions
- Monitor and communicate on proposed regulations and their impact on the bank's OTC trading businesses
- Oversee retention of outside counsel and manage related budgets
- Maintain understanding of global regulatory issues through engagement with colleagues in the US, APAC, and EMEA

Requirements:

- Law degree (.) and licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or Florida (or states with reciprocity such as NY)
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or large financial institution dealing with FX and derivatives
- Experience with relevant regulations and trading agreements, including Dodd-Frank Act, the Commodity Exchange Act, the Securities Act of 1933, and ISDA Master Agreements
- Experience balancing commercial flexibility and legal risk management
- Prior management experience highly desirable

Benefits:

- Highly competitive compensation and benefits package
- Wellbeing programs and resources for personal growth and development
- Generous paid leaves for important life events
- Inclusive culture with a focus on excellence and pay-for-performance philosophy

About the Company:

For over 230 years, BNY Mellon has been at the forefront of finance, expanding the financial markets while supporting investors throughout the investment lifecycle. BNY Mellon is a trusted and admired company that can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute, or restructure investments. With employees in 35 countries and over 100 markets, BNY Mellon is committed to providing exceptional client service and doing what is right.

Join the team and make your mark at BNY Mellon. Visit for more information.

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, welcoming individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Job Details:

Job Title: Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel- FX & Derivatives Legal Team Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL
Experience: Minimum 12 years
Job Type: Full time, Day shift
Travel: 10% of the time
Company: BNY Mellon
Industry: Banking and Financial Services
Department: FX & Derivatives Legal

Job Description:

BNY Mellon, one of the world's top asset management and banking firms, is seeking a Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel to manage their FX & Derivatives Legal team. This role is hybrid in-office and is located in either Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL. The successful candidate will have a law degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or large financial institution dealing with FX and derivatives. They must also have experience with relevant regulations and trading agreements, as well as prior management experience.

Responsibilities:

- Manage a team of attorneys supporting FX & Derivatives businesses, including Programmatic FX trading and Swap Dealer and Securities-Based Swap Dealer businesses
- Act as primary resource for team members, providing practical and commercial advisory solutions
- Build effective relationships with business partners and service partners such as Compliance, Credit, Risk, and Operations
- Advise on regulatory examinations, remediations, and enforcement actions
- Monitor and communicate on proposed regulations and their impact on the bank's OTC trading businesses
- Oversee retention of outside counsel and manage related budgets
- Maintain understanding of global regulatory issues through engagement with colleagues in the US, APAC, and EMEA

Requirements:

- Law degree (.) and licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or Florida (or states with reciprocity such as NY)
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or large financial institution dealing with FX and derivatives
- Experience with relevant regulations and trading agreements, including Dodd-Frank Act, the Commodity Exchange Act, the Securities Act of 1933, and ISDA Master Agreements
- Experience balancing commercial flexibility and legal risk management
- Prior management experience highly desirable

Benefits:

- Highly competitive compensation and benefits package
- Wellbeing programs and resources for personal growth and development
- Generous paid leaves for important life events
- Inclusive culture with a focus on excellence and pay-for-performance philosophy

About the Company:

For over 230 years, BNY Mellon has been at the forefront of finance, expanding the

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Law degree (J.D.) and licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or Florida (or states with reciprocity such as NY). Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred.

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