Senior Associate – Legal Documentation Executive

Job Description

Position Purpose We are seeking an experienced documentation specialist to join BNP Paribas Legal Support team in Mumbai. The Legal Support team currently comprises three (3) full-time, permanent team members and we are looking to replace an existing and valued member of the team. The successful candidate will primarily provide support to the Structured Securities LEGAL, APAC team on documentation of structured securities (i.e. securities with an embedded derivative or other structured pay-off) which are issued under BNPPs securities issuance programmes. Additionally, the successful candidate will assist other members of the Legal Support team to support regional LEGAL teams based in Hong Kong and Singapore on a variety of documentation and administrative tasks. Our ideal candidate is a person who (i) has broad experience in documenting securities issuance in the international capital markets and (ii) demonstrates strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in documentation tasks. Candidates who do not have relevant experience but are willing to learn and have a genuine interest in understanding financial markets/products are encouraged to apply. Primary Role Responsibilities In this role, you will be responsible for providing support to the Structured Securities LEGAL, APAC team, based in Hong Kong, on transactional matters relating to all types of structured securities which are marketed and distributed to BNP Paribas clients across APAC (the Primary Coverage Area ). This entails: (i) preparing draft documents for securities issuances (e.g. Pricing Supplements and Final Terms) based upon playbooks, guidelines and other internal procedures; (ii) co-ordinating with internal stakeholders on the finalisation and distribution of securities issuance documentation; (iii) liaising with the Structured Securities LEGAL, APAC team on all documentation queries and to escalate non-standard provisions and questions on interpretation of playbooks, guidelines and other internal procedures; (iv) managing data and archiving tasks, including creation, entry and retrieval of records on relevant internal databases and document storage systems and (v) assisting with any ancillary matters related to the above or otherwise assigned from time to time. Other contributions You will also be expected to demonstrate: (i) technical knowledge, experience and ability (including analytical skills) within the Primary Coverage Area; (ii) ability to review and draft legal documentation in English; and (iii) ability to communicate effectively and confidently with individuals at all levels of seniority and from diverse cultures. Requirement In order to succeed, you should: (i) have a willingness to take ownership of assigned matters and projects; (ii) have a pro-active and can-do attitude; (iii) have the ability to independently progress legal-related assignments/projects and drive them through to completion; (iv) be detail oriented but also able to act with perspective; (v) be adaptable; (vi) be intellectual curiosity; (vii) be well-organised and capable of managing multiple tasks in a timely manner; (viii) have the ability to work as part of a team including, without limitation, making updates/reports to your supervisor and your colleagues properly and in a timely manner; and (ix) be fluent in English. Required education/certification/licenses. Prospective candidates should have a Bachelor degree (or equivalent) and at least three (3) years post-graduation experience. An experience in a role which is relevant to the Primary Coverage Area would be advantageous.