Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school preferred
2-4 years of experience at a major law firm or bank
Active member of the New York Bar
Strong work ethic and quick learner
Understanding of financial markets and derivative products
Detail-oriented and collaborative team player
Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Independent work capability
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Responsibilities
Provide legal support for Mizuho's Capital Markets and Securities on various transactions
Analyze materials related to mergers and acquisitions
Review credit agreements and project financing documents
Advise on securities law issues and support structured note programs
Manage external counsel to evaluate acquisition and financing risks
Collaborate with business teams to identify legal solutions
Address inquiries regarding legal and operational issues in transaction documents
Benefits
Hybrid working arrangement with remote work options
Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package
Eligibility for a discretionary bonus
Participates in the E-Verify program
Maintains a drug-free workplace
Full Job Description
Legal counsel responsible for managing various operational and legal risks concerning structured fixed income transactions including deal contingent hedges.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Provide legal support to Mizuho Capital Markets, Mizuho Securities USA LLC and affiliated U.S. and non-US entities with respect to mergers & acquisitions, structured notes and other structured cash and derivatives products and Fixed Income business lines concerning transactional and regulatory matters, as well as other general legal matters;
Advise on deal-contingent hedges and related swaps;
Analyze merger and acquisition related materials, including asset purchase agreements, NDAs and commitment letters;
Analyze credit agreements and other transaction documents concerning project financing transactions;
Advise on securities laws-related matters and provide dedicated coverage to existing structured note programs;
Manage outside counsel in various jurisdictions to assess probability of successful acquisition or debt financing closings in relation to deal contingent derivatives;
Work with the relevant business teams, support functions and US and non-US outside counsel to Identify legal issues and solutions concerning various cash and derivatives structured transactions;
Respond to inquiries from business units and other departments (trading/sales, market and credit risk, operations, finance and onboarding) regarding legal, credit or operational issues arising in the transaction documents and other related documentation or with respect to specific transaction terms; and
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Law degree from an accredited law school in the United States preferred
3-6 years experience at major bank or law firm
Member in good standing of the New York Bar
Excellent work ethic
Ability and desire to learn new concepts quickly
Understanding of financial markets and derivatives
Detail oriented and collaborative team player
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Capable of completing work independently
Excellent communication, organizational and presentation skills
The expected base salary ranges from $220,000.00. - $265,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
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Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process
About Mizuho Financial
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is a Japanese banking holding company headquartered in the ?temachi district of Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan. The name "mizuho" literally means "abundant rice" in Japanese. It holds assets in excess of $1.8 trillion US dollars through its control of Mizuho Bank, Mizuho Corporate Bank, and other operating subsidiaries. The company's combined holdings form the second largest financial services group in Japan. Its banking businesses rank third in Japan after Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group. It is the 15th largest banking institution in the world by total assets as of December 2018.
