Legal Counsel, Assistant Vice President

Legal counsel for Global Markets in APAC region
Who we are looking for

Providing legal support to the State Street Global Markets business is a challenging, and highly visible role within the legal department.

The role is located in Hong Kong and/or Sydney and qualifications include:

• Applicable licenses required to practice law in Hong Kong
• 3+ years of legal experience
• Team player who is open to strong collaboration with other team members

Why this role is important to us

The person filling this role will be responsible for all aspects of supporting the Global Markets business, including related to collateral management, securities lending, foreign exchange and brokerage, along with related initiatives and client onboardings.

What you will be responsible for

• Drafting and negotiating legal contracts and documentation
• Collaborating with global legal and business colleagues to effectively and efficiently onboard new clients;
  
• Conducting netting, enforceability, jurisdictional and other reviews;
  
• Advising on global applicable laws and regulations;
  
• Providing legal analysis in connection with changes to existing product offerings and new product offerings.
• Assisting with regulatory inquiries;
  
• Providing legal support to senior global business colleagues;
  
• Managing consultation process with external legal counsel;
  
• Ensuring all internal legal templates, policies and guidelines are understood and implemented and are up to date against applicable legislation.

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Results oriented with strong project management and execution skills;
  
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with ability to sustain strong relationships with clients, peers and staff;
  
• Ability to interact with multiple levels in an organization and in multiple jurisdictions;
  
• Keen understanding of market practice impacting the business lines in the relevant jurisdictions and ability to work with business units to achieve practical solutions within applicable regulatory and risk parameters;
  
• Strong time management, planning and organizational skills;
  
• Ability to work independently but also thrive in a global, dynamic and teamoriented environment;
  
• Flexibility and an eagerness to learn;
  

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data &
analytics, investment research &
trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.