# Banking & Finance Derivatives Counsel Remote from[APAC](https://jobicy.com/job-region/apac.md), [Australia](https://jobicy.com/job-region/australia.md)Annual salary Undisclosed Salary information is not provided for this position. Check our [Salary Directory](https://jobicy.com/salaries.md) to estimate the average compensation for similar roles.Department [Legal & Compliance](https://jobicy.com/categories/legal.md) Employment type Full Time, Job posted11 Jul 2026Apply before11 Aug 2026Experience level Senior Views / Applies 47 / 4 [About company](https://jobicy.com/company/axiom.md) * Share About [Axiom](https://jobicy.com/company/axiom.md) Axiom is the world’s leading provider of legal talent, helping businesses build better legal teams and drive better business outcomes. [Legal Services](https://jobicy.com/company-category/legal-services.md) * 2000 Actively Hiring Verified job posting This job post has been [manually reviewed](https://jobicy.com/tools/help-center/employee/how-does-jobicy-verify-the-legitimacy-of-remote-job-listings.md) for authenticity and compliance. ### AI Summary This role is for an experienced Banking & Finance Derivatives Counsel to join Axiom Law's network, advising top clients on complex financing and derivatives matters. Responsibilities include negotiating ISDA documentation, loan agreements, and regulatory compliance. Candidates must have substantial experience in banking, finance, and derivatives, with strong drafting and negotiation skills. The position offers remote flexibility and a competitive compensation package. It is ideal for a seasoned lawyer seeking high-impact, varied work in a fast-paced environment. ### Role DNA Job Complexity Easy Hard Pace & Pressure Relaxed Fast-paced Autonomy Level Guided Full Ownership Communication Load Independent Highly Collaborative AI Insight The role requires deep expertise in complex financial instruments and regulations, including ISDA documentation and cross-border transactions, making it highly challenging and reserved for senior-level lawyers. ### Salary Analysis Median Market Rate $200,000US Market $150k – 350k 0 $385k AI Insight Salary not specified; market range for this role is estimated between $150,000 and $350,000, with median around $200,000. Given the seniority and specialization, the offered salary is likely competitive within the alternative legal services marketplace. ### Core Skills Required [Banking](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Banking.md) [Finance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Finance.md) [Derivatives](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Derivatives.md) [ISDA](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=ISDA.md) [Legal Counsel](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Legal+Counsel.md) [Negotiation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Negotiation.md) [Regulatory Compliance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Regulatory+Compliance.md) [Cross-border Transactions](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Crossborder+Transactions.md) [Structured Finance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Structured+Finance.md) [Financial Markets](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Financial+Markets.md) ### Cover Letter Sample I am writing to express my strong interest in the Banking & Finance Derivatives Counsel role at Axiom Law. With over 10 years of experience advising leading financial institutions on complex derivatives, structured finance, and cross-border transactions, I am confident in my ability to deliver commercially focused legal solutions. My expertise includes negotiating ISDA documentation, managing regulatory compliance, and advising on treasury and liquidity matters in high-stakes environments. I am drawn to Axiom's flexible model and the opportunity to work on diverse, impactful projects with top-tier clients. My track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing practical, risk-adjusted advice aligns well with the demands of this role. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to Axiom's network and driving successful outcomes for your clients. Copy ### Sample Interview Questions Describe your experience negotiating ISDA documentation. What key terms do you focus on?I have negotiated hundreds of ISDA Master Agreements, including Schedule and Credit Support Annex. Key terms include derivative definitions, termination events, credit events, and interest and payment provisions. I ensure clarity in collateral posting obligations and close-out netting provisions.How do you approach advising on regulatory compliance in cross-border derivatives transactions?I first identify the applicable regulations in each jurisdiction, such as EMIR, Dodd-Frank, and MiFID II. I then coordinate with local counsel to ensure compliance with reporting, clearing, and margin requirements. I also advise on the impact of regulatory changes on existing contracts.Can you walk us through a complex structured finance transaction you advised on?I recently advised a client on a multi-jurisdiction collateralized loan obligation (CLO). I reviewed and negotiated the indentures, managed intercreditor agreements, and ensured alignment with risk retention rules. The transaction required coordination with arrangers, rating agencies, and regulatory bodies.How do you balance legal risk with commercial objectives in a high-pressure negotiation?I prioritize understanding the client's business goals and risk appetite. I then present clear alternatives, highlighting trade-offs between legal protections and commercial flexibility. I maintain open communication with all stakeholders to achieve a pragmatic outcome.Describe a time you had to manage a difficult stakeholder relationship during a transaction. How did you handle it?In a cross-border loan syndication, a lender insisted on terms that were unacceptable to the borrower. I facilitated a separate meeting to understand the lender's concerns and proposed a compromise that addressed their credit risk while preserving the deal's viability. Through consistent communication, we reached a mutually agreeable solution. Axiom Law is looking for accomplished Banking, Finance & Derivatives Lawyers to join our network and partner with leading clients across the financial services sector. In this role, you will advise on a diverse portfolio of complex financing and financial markets matters, including corporate and structured lending, treasury and liquidity management, OTC derivatives, ISDA documentation, and evolving financial regulatory requirements. You will work alongside banks, investment firms, asset managers, multinational corporates, and other market participants on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions, delivering commercially focused legal solutions in fast-paced, high-value environments. Responsibilities: * Advise clients on a broad range of banking, finance, treasury, and derivatives matters, delivering commercially focused legal guidance across lending, structured finance, cross-border transactions, financial markets, and risk management activities. * Prepare, review, negotiate, and manage complex financing and trading documentation, including loan agreements, security arrangements, ISDA documentation, collateral agreements, guarantees, and other transaction documents. * Lead and support negotiations with financial institutions, corporate borrowers, lenders, investors, and counterparties to facilitate financing transactions, derivatives arrangements, and strategic commercial outcomes. * Provide legal and regulatory advice on issues affecting banking, lending, treasury, and derivatives businesses, ensuring compliance while balancing commercial objectives and legal risk. * Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders—including legal, treasury, finance, risk, compliance, trading, operations, and external advisers—to support transaction execution, regulatory initiatives, and business-critical projects. * Assess legal, regulatory, and commercial risks across complex transactions, offering practical, solutions-oriented advice to enable timely decision-making in dynamic financial services environments. Requirements: * Qualified lawyer admitted to practice in Australia with substantial experience in banking and finance, derivatives, financial markets, or a combination of these practice areas. * Proven experience advising on complex financing and financial markets matters, including lending, structured and acquisition finance, treasury, cross-border transactions, OTC derivatives, ISDA documentation, and related financial products. * Strong technical drafting and negotiation skills, with experience preparing and negotiating a broad range of finance and trading documentation, including loan agreements, LMA documentation, security and collateral arrangements, guarantees, and ISDA documentation. * Demonstrated ability to advise financial institutions, investment firms, corporates, and other market participants while delivering commercially focused legal solutions, supported by excellent stakeholder management, communication, and analytical skills. Why Rejoin Axiom? * Flexibility: Choose assignments that fit your lifestyle and career goals. * Professional Growth: Continue to develop your expertise through diverse projects. * Community: Reconnect with a network of forward-thinking legal professionals. * Impact: Contribute to impactful work with leading global organizations. Compensation, Benefits & Location: This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, pension and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence. Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services. Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. [Diversity](https://www.axiomlaw.com/about-us/diversity)is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation. [Learn more about working at Axiom](https://www.axiomlaw.com/careers/lawyers). Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. [Contact us](https://www.axiomlaw.com/contact-us) in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant. Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at [benefits@axiomlaw.com](mailto:benefits@axiomlaw.com) and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available at [https://www.axiomlaw.com/privacy-notice](https://www.axiomlaw.com/privacy-notice). Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge. #LI-SC1 Show more [Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/149120-banking-finance-derivatives-counsel.md) > Annual salary information is not provided for this position. 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