Job Description

Summary of Position

Natixis is seeking an experienced mid-level attorney to join its Legal Department and provide legal and regulatory advice for the Corporate and Investment Banking business lines in the Americas region. The focus areas include debt capital markets (investment grade debt, program issuances, high-yield bonds, and US private placements), equity capital markets (initial public offerings, secondary share sales, and structured equity transactions), and Natixis/BPCE treasury and issuance programs for US funding. This role offers significant exposure to securitization transactions, structured notes issuances, equity derivatives, and transactional broker-dealer regulatory matters. Experience with SEC-registered and 144A transactions is preferred, along with a strong foundation in US securities laws. The attorney will join a twenty-two person legal department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The attorney will be responsible for providing advice and guidance on a variety of capital markets transactions. The primary areas of responsibility will include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and advising on debt and equity capital markets documentation across SEC registered, 144A, Regulation S, Rule 3a2/3a3, and private placements generally; demonstrating willingness to support securitization, structured notes, equity derivatives, and issuance programs as needed under the supervision of senior coverage attorneys for each respective area.
• Collaborating with the business team and support functions on transaction structuring and new product development.
• Working with legal colleagues in New York, London, Hong Kong, and Paris to assist with or coordinate multi-jurisdictional, cross-border legal documentation and due diligence.
• Taking all necessary steps to ensure a comprehensive understanding of legal risks incurred by the relevant business lines and providing appropriate solutions to control and reduce those risks.
• Coordinating with the Head Office and other locations to promote transparency and consistency in approach.
• Providing legal analysis on new products and contributing to the New Product Committee as necessary.
• Instructing and managing external counsel and legal fees.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LLM) degree.
• The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant work experience at a law firm or financial institution.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to convey thoughts clearly and succinctly while communicating pertinent and complex information in an organized manner.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure to meet deadlines, and respond creatively and quickly in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while recognizing when to involve team members as needed, and to work effectively in a team environment.
• A high degree of integrity and a strong work ethic, with timely follow-through on commitments. The candidate should promote best practices within the department and enhance control over procedures.

We encourage qualified candidates who meet these criteria to apply for this exciting opportunity at Natixis.

Natixis is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a workplace free of discrimination. Natixis will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on age, color, mental or physical handicap or disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry or citizenship status, race, religion, sex (including sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), veteran status, creed, genetic information or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Respect for all means that we deal with each person as an individual and not as a member of any group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Management is expected to provide leadership in supporting the firms EEO program by taking steps to promote EEO in all facets of employment including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, performance assessment, and career-development opportunities.

The salary range for this position will be between $185,000 - $225,000. Natixis is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Actual base salary will vary and will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, skills set, applicable licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Base salary is only one component of our total rewards package. Natixis also offers a generous benefits package, and you may be eligible for a discretionary incentive award depending on company and individual performance.

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