
Derivatives Attorney (ISDA Specialist) – Remote
Listing checked October 15, 2026 · pay as published by micro1
Key details
- Pay
- $150–200/hr
- Location
- Remote
- Job type
- contract
- Openings
- 50
- Posted
- October 14, 2026
Overview
This part-time contract role puts you at the center of legal AI development. You will work with ISDA Master Agreements, LPAs, CSAs, and other derivatives contracts to train and evaluate advanced AI models. Your redlining and negotiation expertise will directly shape how these systems spot risk and interpret complex documentation. The position is fully remote and task-based, with an average handling time of about 3.5 hours per task.
What You'll Do6
- Run simulated negotiations and redlining exercises on ISDA Master Agreements.
- Evaluate AI responses to derivatives contract scenarios and deliver expert feedback that improves model accuracy.
- Build objective evaluation frameworks and grading criteria for AI performance on derivatives documentation tasks.
- Work with product and research teams to refine data, guidelines, and best practices for AI-driven contract review.
- Review and assess AI-generated contract redlines to ensure they meet legal standards.
- Contribute to the development of training materials that help AI systems understand key ISDA provisions.
Requirements6
- At least 3 years of experience in derivatives documentation, including hands-on negotiation of ISDA Master Agreements, LPAs, CSAs, and other commercial agreements.
- Strong knowledge of key ISDA provisions such as events of default, termination events, close-out netting, and collateral terms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with close attention to detail.
- Solid analytical skills and the ability to turn legal expertise into actionable feedback for AI systems.
- Experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams in fast-paced settings.
- Prior exposure to AI, legal tech, or training initiatives is a plus.
Who Should Apply
Derivatives lawyers with at least 3 years of ISDA negotiation experience who want to apply their contract expertise to AI training. Candidates should be comfortable redlining complex agreements and providing detailed feedback that improves model performance.
Salary Insight
Compensation is $150 to $200 per hour, paid per completed task that meets project specifications. The average handling time is about 3.5 hours per task, so your effective rate depends on how many tasks you complete and get signed off.
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