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Legal Officer - Asia

Legal Officer - Asia

World Bank

2 - 7 years

10 - 15 Lacs

chennai

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international law general counsel counsellor litigation structured finance legal legal research research portfolio management recruitment

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Full Time

Job Description

Support IFC s internal counsels on new and portfolio investments and advisory services in Asia in particular portfolio and Upstream projects. Applicants should also be able to provide second chair support on more complex transactions with a senior primary counsel.
Work autonomously and exercise independent judgment on straightforward financing and advisory transactions in the financial and real sector and follow-on same paper investments with existing clients in Asia. This includes advising internal clients at the business development stage, Term Sheet stage, and drafting and negotiating the transactions.
Handle portfolio work (independently for routine matters and under supervision for complex matters), including reviewing amendment and waiver documents and working on subsequent closings and disbursements.
Update guidance and precedents and work on legal and IFC policy research. Effectively communicate corporate policies and objectives to internal and external clients.
Handle communications and articulate instructions to local counsel and external parties and follow-up with the same with a view to finalizing IFC positions including in terms of drafting documents.
Provide guidance and oversee work produced by more junior staff in the legal department.
Support country counsel and provide technical assistance on country-related matters and local regulatory engagements.
Participate in and contribute to internal and departmental knowledge training and products.
Law degree (master s or equivalent) from a recognized university and admitted to practice law in at least one key jurisdiction in Asia
A minimum of 3 years of experience working at an international law firm/institution or 4 years working at a local law firm in corporate/transactional matters preferably in financing work
Ability to advise business teams on standard legal questions
Ability to understand complex legal issues in debt and equity transactions and articulate arguments and rationale for the same
Proficient in the use of varied legal research sources, i.e., information databases, internet services, library sources
Proven legal analytical skills, as demonstrated through research and analysis of a wide range of legal issues and the ability to present results/ recommendations clearly and concisely
Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects/ tasks at the same time
Demonstrated commitment to core values, including excellence, mutual respect, collegiality, teamwork, diversity and inclusiveness, integrity, innovation, transparency, and accountability.

English language skills

Effective communication and strong interpersonal skills.

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact. 3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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Legal Officer - Asia