At BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world's financial system we touch nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Every day around the globe, our 50,000+ employees bring the power of their perspective to the table to create solutions with our clients that benefit businesses, communities and people everywhere.
We continue to be a leader in the industry, awarded as a top home for innovators and for creating an inclusive workplace. Through our unique ideas and talents, together we help make money work for the world. This is what #LifeAtBNYis all about.
We're seeking a future team member for the role ofVice President, Counsel VIto join our Legal team in India. This role will be based in Pune, Maharashtra – HYBRID.
In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:
Under moderate guidance from more experienced attorneys, provide general commercial, regulatory and litigation legal support for all our legal entities in India across Pune and Chennai.
Supporting Head of Legal, India on research, documentation and legal analysis across all Indian entities in Pune and Chennai.
Providing sound, pragmatic legal advice under the supervision of Head of Legal, India and the broader Legal Department across APAC and globally.
Liaising with internal and external counsel on advisory and contentious matters.
Acting as point of contact for the businesses on legal issues and escalating them as needed.
Familiarity with Software Technology of Parks India (STPI)and Special Economic Zones (SEZ)Regulations, Department of Telecommunications' Regulations and general contract laws.
Reviewing and negotiating technology and non-technology-related contracts (e.g. service level agreements, outsourcing, general procurement and consultancy contracts, etc.).
Escalating regulatory, policy or contractual breaches.
Managing projects and meeting timelines.
Maintaining legal reports.
Managing external counsel relationships and budgets.
To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:
Native or bilingual fluency in English (written and oral) is required for this role – additional local language skills would be beneficial.
Strong interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills.
Accustomed to working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
Strong organization and time management skills.
Admitted to practice in India (any state) – additional qualifications outside India would be beneficial (UK, US or Australia)
5-8 years minimum of total work experience as a qualified lawyer either at a reputable Indian or international law firm.
In-house experience would be beneficial.
General banking and finance experience would be beneficial.
At BNY, our culture speaks for itself. Here's a few of our awards:
America's Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2024
World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2024
Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Corporate Equality Index, 100% score, 2023-2024
Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion , Disability: IN – 100% score, 2023-2024
"Most Just Companies", Just Capital and CNBC, 2024
Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, Top performing company for Sustainability, 2024
Bloomberg's Gender Equality Index (GEI), 2023
Our Benefits and Rewards:
BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.