We expect primary responsibilities to include:

1. Being a derivatives documentation subject matter expert:
   • Possessing deep expertise about the various ISDA agreements, other related documentation and market standards governing our clients’ derivative transactions
   • Effectively sharing knowledge relating to ISDA agreements, other related documentation and market standards with clients
   • Negotiating terms on behalf of clients
   • Identifying and communicating industry developments and trends, both internally and externall
2. Being a regulatory subject matter expert:

• Proactively tracking regulatory developments that impact Chatham and our clients
• Researching and interpreting global derivatives regulation
• Developing and maintaining internal and external communication tools that effectively and proactively share this subject matter expertise
• Advising clients on the practical implications of derivatives regulation

The role may also include opportunities to contribute to the team in other capacities as interests and team needs align.

Requirements

A legal background and 1-3 years of experience working with derivatives, ISDA documentation or contract review is preferred, but not required.  Skills critical to this role include strong verbal and written communication skills, strong linguistic abilities, critical thinking, ability to read and comprehend complex information quickly, attention to detail but also an ability to synthesize information with a high level perspective. 

We seek individuals that will thrive in our culture and can make a significant impact over the long term.  Most of our team members do not come to Chatham with a deep understanding of derivatives; therefore, we conduct classroom and apprentice-style training.  We look for people who have consistently demonstrated drive, determination, and academic/professional accomplishment throughout their lives.  We invest a great deal of time and training with our employees and we are looking for individuals who want to make a long-term commitment to the company.

Chatham – who are we?

Chatham Financial is an independent financial risk management firm helping clients overcome common yet complex capital markets challenges. Chatham works with over 2,000 clients globally, providing advisory and technology solutions to Corporations, Financial Institutions, Private Equity and Real Estate companies. Since its founding in 1991, Chatham has hedged over $5 trillion notional, helping clients understand and use debt and derivatives as a critical piece of their financial strategy. Chatham is a multiple bottom line firm committed to delivering trust and transparency in the capital markets.
 

As a purpose-driven organisation, we are committed to making a positive impact on our clients, our colleagues, our communities and the capital markets at large. We are an employee-owned, view-neutral services firm, with no affiliation to any financial institution allowing us to serve as independent advisors. Chatham has worked hard to create a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity and client service. We always strive to do what is right, just and fair, even when no one is looking. We would rather be governed by principles than rules. We believe leadership should be gained through influence and personal character, not by title or tenure. As a result, we have a non-hierarchical, team-oriented organization that is highly collaborative.

The Krakow, Poland Office

The Krakow Office, founded in June 2007, is not an outsourcing center. Rather, we play a major role in serving Chatham’s clients as part of a global team. Our office is an integral part of the Chatham worldwide organization, involved in intellectually challenging and highly impactful work. Team members in our Krakow Office work closely with the UK, Asia and US teams.