Senior Legal Specialist, Senior Associate

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a lawyer to join the Global Contracts Legal (GCL) team in Gdansk, Poland. In this role you will provide legal support to State Street’s global business units and corporate functions, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex agreements, supporting key Legal Department initiatives and providing related legal support services.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. 

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Senior Legal Specialist you will be

• Drafting and negotiating legal contracts governed by the laws of various jurisdictions in accordance with relevant training;
• Working with internal legal and business colleagues to address various legal and corporate initiatives and resolving legal issues;
• Handling multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously with careful legal analysis and attention to detail;
• Exercising sound judgement in dealing with clients and colleagues;
• Acting as a trusted adviser to State Street business units.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong problem-solving and legal analysis skills;
• Very good legal English language skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative culture that values teamwork and inclusivity;
• Ability to build positive and wide-ranging working relationships with colleagues, including the ability to appropriately challenge and offer an alternative point of view;
• Ability to provide practical guidance to assist business in contract negotiations;
• Good time management, prioritization, planning, and organizational skills;
• Willingness to learn new areas of law.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Law school graduate in any jurisdiction (attorney-at-law license is a plus);
• Three (3) years or more of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department;
• Previous contract negotiation experience is a plus.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers