Senior Vice President & Technology Counsel- Commercial Law Group

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Primary Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary FL- HYBRID
Internal Jobcode: 51311
Job: Legal
Organization: CLG-HR11304
Requisition Number: 2103042

Job Title: Senior Vice President & Technology Counsel- Commercial Law Group
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
Experience: 5-7 years as a practicing attorney, 3 years of experience in complex technology procurement agreements
Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL (hybrid)
Company: BNY Mellon

About BNY Mellon:

- One of the world's top asset management and banking firms, managing trillions of dollars in assets, custody and/or administration
- Known as the “bank of banks” with 97% of the world’s top banks as customers
- Approximately 50,000 employees across 35 countries
- Strong culture of evolution, leadership, and driving new ideas

Job Description:

- Seeking experienced, proactive, and detail-oriented attorney to join the Commercial Law Group as Counsel
- Responsible for structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex transaction documents, including technology procurement agreements, outsourced and managed service agreements, and partnership and collaboration agreements
- Provide business-focused counsel by understanding strategy and goals and effectively communicating legal issues and solutions
- Liaise with senior stakeholders to ensure appropriate awareness and escalation of issues
- Assist in the maintenance and improvement of contract templates and review checklists

Requirements:

- 5-7 years as a practicing attorney, with 3 years of experience in complex technology procurement agreements
- Basic knowledge of cybersecurity, technology controls, and data privacy and protection
- Knowledge of financial services regulations and regulatory guidance on outsourcing and third party relationships preferred
- High degree of self-motivation and ability to work autonomously and as part of a global team
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and drafting skills
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a pressurized environment
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Experience with legal technology preferred
- JD and member in good standing of New York State Bar or ability to qualify for in-house counsel admission

Company Culture:

- Inclusive culture with numerous awards for diversity and inclusion
- Strong focus on employee wellbeing and work-life balance
- Pay-for-performance philosophy
- Generous paid leaves for personal and family needs

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, welcoming individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Awards and Recognition:

- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies & Top 20 for Diversity and Inclusion
- Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index (GEI)
- Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 100% score Corporate Equality Index
- Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN – 100% score
- 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company
- CDP’s Climate Change ‘A List’
- Forbes Blockchain 50

Not specified.

Competitive compensation, flexible resources and tools, health and wellness programs, paid leaves.

Not specified.

Contract negotiation, drafting, legal analysis, risk management, communication, project management, team collaboration, legal technology.

JD or equivalent.

Interested candidates can apply through the BNY Mellon careers website.

Qualification and Experience JD or equivalent, admission to New York State Bar or ability to qualify for in-house counsel admission.

Legal