Transactional Lawyer - Mirova

Natixis NY Branch; Paris; Hybride; EUR 60 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Une entreprise de gestion d'actifs innovante recherche un Conseiller Juridique Senior pour rejoindre son équipe à Paris. Dans ce rôle, vous soutiendrez les équipes de gestion dans la gestion de fonds d'actifs privés, principalement dans des pays émergents. Vous aurez l'opportunité de travailler dans un environnement international et collaboratif, en vous engageant dans des processus juridiques tout en contribuant à des projets ayant un impact positif sur la société. Si vous êtes passionné par le droit et souhaitez faire une différence dans le domaine de l'investissement responsable, cette opportunité est faite pour vous.

Prestations

Développement professionnel

Mobilité interne

Environnement de travail inclusif

Engagement sociétal

Qualifications

• 10 ans d'expérience en conseil transactionnel dans un cabinet d'avocats ou une institution bancaire.
• Expérience significative en Afrique subsaharienne et en Asie du Sud-Est.

Responsabilités

• Assister les comités d'investissement et fournir des conseils juridiques.
• Négocier et structurer la documentation financière.

Connaissances

Droit bancaire

Financement de projet

Documentation LMA

Compétences en communication

Esprit d'équipe

Formation

Diplôme en droit anglais et français

Description du poste

An entrepreneurial structure, Mirova is a conviction-driven asset management company dedicated to impact investing. It develops high-performing investment solutions for its individual and institutional clients, aimed at accelerating the transformation of our economy towards a sustainable model. Already a pioneer in sustainable investment, Mirova made the choice to become a mission-driven company in 2020 and obtained B Corp certification.

Mirova is an affiliated management company of Natixis Investment Managers. It develops a comprehensive approach to responsible investing by offering solutions across various asset classes: equities, fixed income, diversified investments, infrastructure, renewable energy, natural capital, private equity, and solidarity investments.

With €32 billion in assets under management as of the end of 2024, Mirova relies on more than 240 employees in Paris, London, Singapore, and Boston, with strong growth prospects in Europe, Asia, and the United States.

Job Description

You join the Mirova legal team as a Senior Legal Counsel (transactional lawyer) to work closely with colleagues from emerging markets. Your main mission will be to support Mirova’s management teams in the management of private asset funds, mainly in emerging countries (Asia, Africa, South America) as well as other activities of the legal service, including the development of an investment advisory activity. You will also assist management teams in the acquisition of companies within natural capital, energy transition, private equity, carbon funds, etc.

On a daily basis, you are responsible for:

• Assisting the investment committees of the funds and providing legal advice;
• Providing legal support to the transaction teams to ensure that all financial documentation is negotiated, appropriately structured, and documented in accordance with the parameters defined by the investment committee, company policies, legal documentation of funds, and Mirova’s policies;
• Leading and supporting negotiation of transaction documents;
• Instructing and managing external advice, including local councils;
• Managing the transaction process, including various external parties;
• Performing a thorough analysis of the current loan and/or investment agreements, updating the loan models, SPA and SHA, and performing research and other tasks as required.

As a Transactional Jurist, you participate in the improvement of legal processes and documentation, as well as the support of investment teams on new product ideas and new sectors.

You work in an international environment, within a community of experts that places excellence, impact, and collective action at the heart of everything it does.

#TransformativeFinance

This position is based in Paris with the opportunity to work from home.

As a top employer, we place our employees at the centre of our attention. Internal mobility, career development, and training allow you to grow and flourish throughout your career.

You work in a hybrid, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

You also have the opportunity to commit yourself to society and causes that are close to your heart through our corporate foundation.

About the recruitment process

You will be contacted by one of our recruiters before meeting with our business experts (manager, team member, or line of business).

Required Skills/Qualifications/Experience

About you: If you recognize yourself in the following description, you are made to work with us!

With a degree in English and French law, you have at least 10 years of experience in transaction consulting positions within a law firm or banking institution. Significant experience in sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and/or emerging markets would be highly valued. In addition, knowledge of OHADA countries would be an asset.

You are proficient in:

• Banking, finance, and project financing;
• The LMA documentation.

You have an excellent relationship, a very good listening ability, you are:

• Appreciated for your team spirit;
• Recognized for your excellent communication skills.

You master English with a C1 level.