Legal Counsel

About the Role

Lawyer with min. 8-10 years of experience in supporting procurement activities with strong IP/IT background, good knowledge of AI and new technologies and exposure to US lawyers/companies.

Education

University law degree.

Experience

Minimum 8-10 years of experience in legal matters within an international financial and/or IT/telecom environment - Member of 'In house Counsel Association' or equivalent.

Domains

Procurement, IT/IP, AI and new technologies

Key Responsibilities

01. Plan and execute legal activities of large complexity to give company-wide sound legal advice/counsel/decisions recommendations in order to support SWIFT activities and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

02. Provide legal support in company's new projects by undertaking research on specific legal problems/issues and by offering opinions/counsels.

03. Draft/review/recommend company contracts, participate in negotiations, recommend amendments to contracts worldwide for customers/suppliers/ development projects/ network.

04. Set standards for company contracts and draft/review legal policies/procedures.

05. Coordinate and follow up worldwide litigation with management, staff and lawyers to ensure best possible settlement. Negotiate claims with third parties to avoid litigation.

06. Liaise with management and staff, with customers/suppliers/lawyers/public administrations/etc...

07. Coordinate administrative tasks within the department and be an effective back-up for the manager and for colleagues.

08. Maintain/develop own understanding of evolutions in relevant areas of the law including commercial and competition laws, licensing issues and telecommunication matters to identify potential impact on SWIFT operations.

09. Drive and assist less senior counsel in performing tasks. Review work of outside counsels.

10. Manage a risk area and control framework on a project basis, understand the corporate strategic risk footprint and propose solutions to mitigate such risk.

Competency Profile

01. Takes Accountab. for Delivering Results

Decides on and pursues the best course of action to deliver results following in-depth analyses of relevant issues and conflicting factors and after assessing foreseeable risks; follows through to ensure delivery and closure or escalates as needed.

02. Demonstrates Operational Excellence

Sets clear standards for quality of work; adheres to / encourages a continuous improvement mindset; implements procedures, standards and policies to ensure operational success in terms of security, availability, reliability and customer satisfaction

03. Expands knowledge

Continually extends specialist knowledge as a means of anticipating and preparing for changes in the business; uses a variety of methods and opportunities to learn and to exchange knowledge; encourages and facilitates development of others.

04. Bus Understanding and Commercial Sense

Applies understanding of how different divisions contribute to meeting SWIFT's business objectives; understands market drivers of success and encourages changes to improve offerings while optimising commercial performance.

05. Builds and reinforces cust relationships

Builds and maintains effective working relationships with a range of customers; actively listens to and translates complex needs into appropriate solutions while remaining sensitive to the complexities of the business and SWIFT's commitment to integrity in all relationships; encourages others to demonstrate strong customer focus and responsiveness.

06. Leads with a team focus

Encourages effective team working within and across the department; respects diversity and recognises contributions from colleagues; coaches and leverages others to achieve goals; leads by example and through constant demonstration of SWIFT values.

07. Communicates effectively

Communicates business strategies and approaches in challenging circumstances; adjusts communication style to optimise effectiveness in a multi-lingual environment; provides clarification of key corporate initiatives and messages; recognises and respects the points of view of others.

What we offer
- We put you in control of career
- We give you a competitive package
- We help you perform at your best
- We help you make a difference
- We give you the freedom to be yourself
- We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals - like you - with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. An environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential regardless of_ _age, background, culture, colour, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion_, sexual orientation, or veteran/military status._