VP, Legal Counsel (New York)

Investment bank with hybrid 3 day in office scheduleGreat opportunity for big law Associate to move in-houseAbout Our ClientInvestment bank.Job DescriptionThe VP, Legal Counsel will be responsible for:Provide legal support to business units with respect to mergers & acquisitions, structured notes and other structured cash and derivatives products and Fixed Income business lines concerning transactional and regulatory matters, as well as other general legal mattersAnalyze merger and acquisition related materials, including asset purchase agreements, NDAs and commitment lettersAdvise on deal-contingent hedges and related swapsReview a variety credit agreements and other transaction documents concerning project financing transactionsAdvise on securities laws-related matters and provide dedicated coverage to existing structured note programsManage outside counsel in various jurisdictions to assess probability of successful acquisition or debt financing closings in relation to deal contingent derivativesThe Successful ApplicantJD from top US law school with excellent academic credentialsAdmission to NY State Bar3+ years practicing at a top AmLaw 100 firm with exposure to banking & finance, structured finance, project finance and/or securities regulatory mattersWillingness to learn new areas and different financial productsTeam playerWhat’s on OfferCompetitive base salaryBonusHybrid work schedule with 3 days in NYC office per weekComprehensive benefits planOpportunity for growthContactJennifer PettigrewQuote job refJN-062026-7044008Job summaryFunctionLegalSubsectorLegal SubsectorIndustryFinancial ServicesLocationNew YorkContract typePermanentConsultant nameJennifer PettigrewJob referenceJN-062026-7044008Page ExecutiveJennifer Pettigrew Senior Partner Jennifer is a Senior Partner and Global Practice Leader for Page Executive’s Legal Practice, where she heads the U.S. In-House Attorney Recruitment Division. Based in New York, USA, she specializes in placing top legal talent in key roles such as ...Read more about Jennifer PettigrewAbout Page ExecutivePage Executive are inclusive Recruiters and Hirers, as reflected in our Clear Assured Platinum Standard Accreditation from the Clear Company. We are passionate about attracting diverse talent and are committed to ensuring our processes are inclusive and supportive.