Assistant General Counsel

6 months ago

Sydney, Australia Barings LLC Full time

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

The Global Legal mission is to provide legal support and advice with the goal of managing and mitigating legal risk for the company and acting as a partner to our internal business clients supporting any legal needs that arise on a day to day basis.

**Primary Responsibilities**
- Provides strategic legal advice and support on a broad range of matters including general commercial and corporate matters.
- Legal oversight of local investment matters with strong ability to collaborate and leverage global legal team for appropriate expertise
- Administration and management of legal documentation and matters, including investment, fund, and corporate and licensing
- Management of compliance with regulatory obligations
- Corporate governance oversight
- Engaging and managing external law firms
- Role model our Barings values and establish a culture of mutual respect and collaboration

**Qualifications**
- Bachelors of Laws (or equivalent)
- Australian practicing certificate
- Minimum 6 years PQE, either in-house or a major law firm
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and ability to interact and build effective relationships with internal and external partners
- High level of personal and professional integrity
- Strong organizational skills and proven ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines while paying attention to details, ensuring a high standard of work
- Ability to anticipate, improvise, and adapt for optimal resolutions
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member, and use independent and professional judgment with mínimal supervision
- Must be willing to comply with the provisions of Baring's Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.

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