Senior legal counsel at Deutsche Bank

Job Description : Job Title : DWS Senior Legal Counsel - Technology, Infrastructure, and Sourcing (Intellectual Property / Procurement)Location : New York, NYBusiness DescriptionDWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers with EUR 793bn of assets under management (as of December 2020).

Building on more than 60 years of experience and a reputation for excellence in Germany and across Europe, DWS has come to be recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.

We offer individuals and institutions access to our strong investment capabilities across all major asset classes and solutions aligned to growth trends.

Our diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternatives asset management - as well as our deep environmental, social and governance focus - complement each other when creating targeted solutions for our clients.

Our expertise and on-the-ground-knowledge of our economists, research analysts and investment professionals are brought together in one consistent global CIO View, which guides our strategic investment approach.

DWS wants to innovate and shape the future of investing : with staff from 35 nationalities, speaking more than 75 languages rooted in 22 countries, we are local while being one global team.

OverviewThe Legal Counsel will provide legal guidance and counsel to managers and teams within the Business on a wide range of legal topics.

Legal Counsel relies on both generalist legal knowledge and specialist knowledge of specific functional and product-related activities, to support areas such as contract law, documentation, mergers, acquisitions, corporate, insolvency, real estate, employment, intellectual property, litigation, policy and regulatory topics.

Legal Counsel will typically provide coverage for a specific team within a division / location and have responsibility for advising in their functional area of expertise on current or future requirements.

The role comprises legal advice, decision of legal questions, creation of legal documents and the communication of legal topics to the Business.

Previous relevant experience as procurement lawyer in a legal department of a global organization or mid-to-large sized law firm, ideally in an "outsourcing," "technology transactions", "IT transactions", or equivalent practice area.

Experience with a financial services company is a strong plus* Demonstrated experience leading contract negotiations, drafting and closing complex agreements for outsourcing agreements, cloud, software licenses, and IT service agreements* Knowledge of US intellectual property laws and US privacy laws including CCPA, NYDFS and Gramm-Leach-Bliley and familiarity with international privacy laws such as GDPR, e.

g. knowledge of data science and AI or ML* Must be able to work effectively and independently, facing senior management, in a demanding, fast-paced, fluid environment* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent drafting and negotiation skills are requiredHow You'll Lead : * Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment* Ability to work collaboratively and build strong working relationships with peers and internal business clients across a global organization* Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasivelyThe salary range for this position in New York City is $150,000 to $253,000.

Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications.

Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration.Our values define the working environment we strive to create - diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views.

We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential.

Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance.

We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.

Click here to find out more about our diversity and inclusion policy and initiatives.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled and other protected categories.

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Last updated : 2022-12-08