Legal Counsel- Investment Management (Senior Vice President, Counsel)

Bring your ideas. Make history.BNY Mellon offers an exciting array of future-forward careers at the intersection of business, finance, and technology. We are one of the world's top asset management and banking firms that manages trillions of dollars in assets, custody and/or administration. Known as the “bank of banks” - 97% of the world’s top banks work with us as we lead and serve our customers into the new era of digital.With over 240 years of rich history and industry firsts, BNY Mellon has been built upon our proven ability to evolve, lead, and drive new ideas at every turn. Today, we’re approximately 50,000 employees across 35 countries with a culture that empowers you to grow, take risks, experiment and be yourself.We’re seeking a future team member for our Legal – Investment Management team with role located in Tokyo, Japan in HYBRID positions.You’ll make an impact in the following ways:Provide day-to-day legal support to the central business team of the Japan entity as well as affiliated and external service providers.Serve as advisor to applicable Japan and Cayman governance committees that oversee fund investment activity and administrative operations.Draft and maintain documentation including trust instruments, fund declarations and client agreements.Work with Compliance in drafting, updating and applying policies and procedures for investment management, fund administration and distribution functions.Support for the Legal Department on key initiatives. This will at times include coordinating with regional/global colleagues and other stakeholders on time sensitive matters.Provide advice and assist in implementation of new product/service initiatives.To be successful, we’re seeking interest in the following areas:JD and licensed to practice in Japan.5 - 7 years of relevant experience.Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Japanese. Ability to interact with senior decision makers.Critical analytical skills and ability to bring a holistic perspective to businesses that operate in a multi-faceted and changing legal/regulatory environment.At BNY Mellon, our inclusive culture speaks for itself. Here’s a few of our awards:Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies & Top 20 for Diversity and InclusionBloomberg’s Gender Equality Index (GEI)Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN – 100% score100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast CompanyHuman Rights Campaign Foundation, 100% score Corporate Equality IndexCDP’s Climate Change ‘A List’Forbes Blockchain 50Our Benefits:BNY Mellon 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 that can support you and your family through moments that matter.BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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