15053FD Attorney- In-House Counsel (Temp to Hire) bilingual Mandarin
Job Description
Job Description
Attorney- In-House Counsel (Temp to Hire) bilingual Mandarin
Located on-site in Manhattan
Join a Global Financial Institution as Legal Counsel – New York
Are you a New York-licensed attorney with experience in financial services law or regulatory compliance? This is your opportunity to play a pivotal legal role within a globally recognized financial institution. We're looking for a proactive and skilled Legal Counsel to join our team in New York and provide critical legal guidance in a dynamic international banking environment.
What You’ll Do
As Legal Counsel, you’ll work at the heart of our U.S. operations, providing expert legal support across a wide range of issues, including:
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Legal Risk Oversight: Manage branch-wide legal risk and maintain the Legal Risk Management Policy to ensure compliance and mitigate potential threats.
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Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and analyze changes in local and federal banking regulations, ensuring our business stays compliant and ahead of regulatory trends.
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Legal Advisory & Research: Provide clear, actionable legal advice to business leaders and stakeholders based on sound legal research and risk assessment.
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Litigation & Response: Handle subpoenas, legal claims, and regulatory inquiries efficiently and effectively.
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U.S. Banking Law Support: Partner with Head Office to address legal issues tied to U.S. banking regulations and policies.
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External Counsel Management: Work directly with outside legal advisors to support complex legal and regulatory matters.
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Contract Review: Draft and review third-party agreements, and provide legal opinions that support sound business decisions.
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Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage with senior management and business units to ensure legal alignment with strategic goals.
What We’re Looking For
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Credentials: Active license to practice law in New York State.
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Experience: Minimum 3 years in a legal or compliance role, preferably within a law firm or financial institution.
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Language Skills: Bilingual fluency in Mandarin Chinese is highly preferred due to frequent coordination with Head Office and Chinese-speaking counterparts.
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Communication & Judgment: Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to assess risk and communicate legal advice clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
The Bank does not provide sponsorship for this role.
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Company DescriptionGreat opportunity, visible role
Company Description
Great opportunity, visible role