APAC Legal Leader & Managing Counsel

State Street Investment Management; Sydney; Hybride; AUD 350 000 - 700 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State Street Investment Management seeks a seasoned attorney to serve as Managing Director & Managing Counsel, Head of Legal for the Asia-Pacific region. This senior role advises on regulatory, governance, and strategic matters while leading a cross-border legal team across Asia-Pacific.

The successful candidate will partner with senior business leaders to support institutional distribution, product development, and external engagements, ensuring practical, risk-based guidance and strong

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or equivalent in a major financial jurisdiction.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience leading legal teams.
• Experience with Asia-Pacific regulatory frameworks.

Responsabilités

• Lead legal support for asset management across Asia-Pacific, including cross-border matters.
• Provide strategic legal guidance on products, distribution, client engagements, and partnerships.
• Oversee negotiations of investment management agreements and client mandates.
• Manage risk, regulatory governance, and cross-jurisdictional compliance.
• Develop and lead a high-performing legal team across multiple jurisdictions.

Connaissances

APAC legal expertise

Regulatory governance

Cross-border negotiations

Team leadership

Strategic advisory

Formation

Qualified solicitor or equivalent in a major financial jurisdiction

Description du poste

State Street Investment Management seeks a seasoned attorney to serve as Managing Director & Managing Counsel, Head of Legal for the Asia-Pacific region. This senior role advises on regulatory, governance, and strategic matters while leading a cross-border legal team across Asia-Pacific.

The successful candidate will partner with senior business leaders to support institutional distribution, product development, and external engagements, ensuring practical, risk-based guidance and strong