0000050176 RBC Capital Markets, LLC
Director & Managing Counsel, Equity Derivatives
0000050176 RBC Capital Markets, LLC, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
As Managing Counsel in RBC’s US Capital Markets Law Group, you will serve as a key senior member advising RBC’s U.S. Global Equities and Global Investment Banking platforms, focusing on equity derivatives, margin loans, and structured notes. You will identify and explain legal, regulatory, and contractual risks for proposed transactions, covering these products. Collaborate with business and other functions to develop solutions that mitigate risk, draft and negotiate agreements, and support junior attorneys.
Working arrangement:
In office a minimum of three days per week. What will you do? Serve as the senior counsel advising RBC’s Strategic Equity Solutions group on issuer call spreads, capped calls, ASRs, ATM Forwards, 10b5-1 / 10b-18 plans, structured margin loans, and derivatives related to affiliate and restricted stock hedging and monetization. Lead legal and regulatory updates and maintain documentation accordingly, delegating tasks to junior attorneys as needed. Engage with Sales, Trading, Structuring, Risk, Tax, and other teams on transaction structuring, execution, risk mitigation, approvals, and lifecycle events, partnering with junior attorneys. Manage ad hoc issues, projects, regulatory changes, and new business initiatives. Collaborate with front office, Litigation, and control functions on regulatory inquiries and remediation efforts. Manage external counsel relationships for engagements related to these activities. What do you need to succeed? Must-have: Law Degree and member in good standing of a U.S. state bar with 7-12 years of legal experience. Knowledge of the ’33 and ’34 Acts. Familiarity with ISDA documentation, especially the 2002 Equity Definitions. Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Nice-to-have: Experience with equity derivatives and structured notes at a major investment bank or law firm. Understanding of derivative market practices, regulatory frameworks (e.g., Title VII of Dodd-Frank). Experience with margin loans or fund financing transactions. Knowledge of Articles 8 and 9 of the UCC and US Bankruptcy Code. What’s in it for you? We thrive on challenges, growth, and collaboration, delivering trusted advice to clients and communities. We care about our employees’ potential, making a difference, and mutual success. Comprehensive Total Rewards including bonuses, benefits, and stock options. Leadership support for your development. Opportunity to make a lasting impact. Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team. Flexible work/life balance options. Challenging work and increasing responsibilities. Opportunities across various business areas. The salary range for this position is $240,000-$275,000, depending on experience, skills, and market conditions. The total compensation package also includes bonuses, benefits, and other elements. RBC’s compensation philosophy emphasizes attracting, engaging, and retaining a highly qualified global workforce to drive high performance, achieve strategic goals, and generate shareholder value. Additional Job Details Address: GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET, JERSEY CITY City:
Jersey City Country:
United States of America Work hours/week:
Full time Platform:
CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP Job Type:
Regular Pay Type:
Salaried Posted Date:
2025-07-08 Application Deadline: 2025-08-26 Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the deadline. RBC is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace of respect, belonging, and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay informed about career opportunities, tips, and events at RBC by signing up. Discover how we use our passion to enhance client and community well-being at jobs.rbc.com.
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In office a minimum of three days per week. What will you do? Serve as the senior counsel advising RBC’s Strategic Equity Solutions group on issuer call spreads, capped calls, ASRs, ATM Forwards, 10b5-1 / 10b-18 plans, structured margin loans, and derivatives related to affiliate and restricted stock hedging and monetization. Lead legal and regulatory updates and maintain documentation accordingly, delegating tasks to junior attorneys as needed. Engage with Sales, Trading, Structuring, Risk, Tax, and other teams on transaction structuring, execution, risk mitigation, approvals, and lifecycle events, partnering with junior attorneys. Manage ad hoc issues, projects, regulatory changes, and new business initiatives. Collaborate with front office, Litigation, and control functions on regulatory inquiries and remediation efforts. Manage external counsel relationships for engagements related to these activities. What do you need to succeed? Must-have: Law Degree and member in good standing of a U.S. state bar with 7-12 years of legal experience. Knowledge of the ’33 and ’34 Acts. Familiarity with ISDA documentation, especially the 2002 Equity Definitions. Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Nice-to-have: Experience with equity derivatives and structured notes at a major investment bank or law firm. Understanding of derivative market practices, regulatory frameworks (e.g., Title VII of Dodd-Frank). Experience with margin loans or fund financing transactions. Knowledge of Articles 8 and 9 of the UCC and US Bankruptcy Code. What’s in it for you? We thrive on challenges, growth, and collaboration, delivering trusted advice to clients and communities. We care about our employees’ potential, making a difference, and mutual success. Comprehensive Total Rewards including bonuses, benefits, and stock options. Leadership support for your development. Opportunity to make a lasting impact. Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team. Flexible work/life balance options. Challenging work and increasing responsibilities. Opportunities across various business areas. The salary range for this position is $240,000-$275,000, depending on experience, skills, and market conditions. The total compensation package also includes bonuses, benefits, and other elements. RBC’s compensation philosophy emphasizes attracting, engaging, and retaining a highly qualified global workforce to drive high performance, achieve strategic goals, and generate shareholder value. Additional Job Details Address: GOLDMAN SACHS TOWER, 30 HUDSON STREET, JERSEY CITY City:
Jersey City Country:
United States of America Work hours/week:
Full time Platform:
CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP Job Type:
Regular Pay Type:
Salaried Posted Date:
2025-07-08 Application Deadline: 2025-08-26 Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the deadline. RBC is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace of respect, belonging, and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community Stay informed about career opportunities, tips, and events at RBC by signing up. Discover how we use our passion to enhance client and community well-being at jobs.rbc.com.
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