Position Summary:

Provides legal advice and legal services for licensing, outsourcing, consulting, procurement and similar engagements with technology, service and other providers; advises on technology, data security and privacy matters; and, as needed, participates in meetings and working groups to assist and provide guidance with respect to information technology projects, corporate and business unit projects, various initiatives and M&A related activities across State Street’s global operations.

Responsibility for a wide variety of matters, including:

• Counseling on the legal issues and related processes associated with licensing, hosting, outsourcing, consulting, procurement and similar arrangements, including negotiation of contracts, providing guidance on disputes and related documentation, participation in risk analyses, advising on process issues (e.g., confidentiality agreements and RFPs); and integration of policy and practice objectives of other corporate divisions (e.g., corporate information security and privacy)
• Advising Intellectual Property Department and business units regarding third party engagements throughout the procurement process and duration of the relationship, including working in partnership with State Street’s procurement and vendor management teams
• Advising and supporting due diligence on technology and sourcing matters for acquisitions, joint ventures and other initiatives
• Monitoring outsourced legal process resources, primarily in support of contractual procurement matters
• Monitoring and identifying regulatory risks and issues and providing solutions to minimize corporate exposure
• Special projects as requested.

The successful candidate will satisfy the following requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in contractual negotiations over a wide variety of third party engagements, including, licensing, technology services, consulting services, financial services, market data, general business services, temporary employment and contractor services and/or other similar contractual relationships
• Skilled in technology, outsourcing, licensing and a range of service relationships
• Fundamental understanding of financial services, open source, information technology, regulatory obligations, intellectual property, privacy and information security
• Maturing communication, client service, drafting and writing skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary environment, communicating with various levels of internal clients in a large entity.
• Juris Doctorate and bar admission
• Experience and ability to excel, individually and collaboratively, in a multi-disciplinary environment, communicating with various levels in a large firm
• Minimum 5-8 years of related work experience
• Fluency in Japanese a huge plus

We Offer:

• Employee savings plan
• Premium life insurance package
• Medical package
• International operating environment
• Language classes
• Soft skills trainings
• Technical workshops
• Development sessions with a mentor
• Diversity of opportunities across a range of challenging and highly complex activities
• Technical or leadership career pathway

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 by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to Flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.