Job Description

The State Street Global Advisors Legal Department provides strategic advice and counsel to SSGA’s business and control teams. We partner closely with these teams to find strategic solutions for our clients and contribute to the overall success of the firm. We seek to apply the highest standards of judgement, integrity and ethical leadership. We are seeking an Officer level employee who can excel in this environment. In this role, you will be responsible for providing legal support, advice and counsel in respect of State Street Global Advisors’ EMEA business.

Specific Duties

Specific duties may include:

• Providing support in respect of SSGA’s trading and investments related activities including amending trading agreements such as ISDAs and GMRAs.
• Providing support in respect of class action enrolments for SSGA pooled funds.
• Drafting intra-group agreements relating to services provided by SSGA legal entities to other group entities.
• Providing support in respect of SSGA’s pooled fund and separately managed account services, as required.
• Working closely with a global team of SSGA lawyers, investment professionals and other individuals within the business.
• Providing legal support in respect of activities of other SSGA EMEA legal entities, as required.

Qualification/Experience

• Legal qualification would be preferable. Prior financial experience, whether gained in a law firm and/or in-house bank/investment manager legal department, would also be preferable. 

Specific Technical Qualifications/Skills

• Fluent in English

Personal Profile

• Service-oriented and results-focused
• Ability to work independently but also thrive in a global, dynamic and team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to nuance approach/negotiation style, as appropriate
• Strong organisational skills, ability to multi-task with attention to detail
• Commercial and risk awareness – the ability to solve problems, not create them whilst appropriately taking into account potential risks
• Dynamic, flexible and enthusiastic

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.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective 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 the 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 program 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.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers