In-House Senior Counsel – Equity Investments /Private Equity
In-House Senior Counsel – Equity Investments / Private Equity
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways.
Transform the everyday with us!
Siemens is seeking an in-house Counsel to join our dynamic Legal M&A team in the U.S.
In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in advising Siemens Financial Services on private equity-style investments in growth companies, projects, and platforms across sectors like sustainability, energy transition, data center, infrastructure, and healthcare.
We're looking for a self-starter with exceptional judgment, capable of thriving independently and collaboratively within a team environment. As a trusted advisor to Siemens' business units, you'll need the ability to distill complex legal matters into comprehensible business risks and provide actionable recommendations. This role presents an outstanding opportunity to be an integral part of an esteemed legal department within a global company that values and empowers its employees.
In this position, you will work a hybrid role out of our NYC office, working from home or the office as scheduled and necessary.
What are my responsibilities?
- Acting as a trusted business advisor to business partners and senior management, including: Advising on the acquisition and sale of shareholdings and the establishment of joint ventures.
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating investment and project documentation such as: share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, articles of association, by-laws and other ancillary agreements, loan agreements, security agreements, equity contribution agreements, and project development agreements; (including EPC, O&M, teaming, and concession contracts).
- Guiding asset management and corporate governance of portfolio companies.
- Managing participation in tender processes, primarily in North and South America, including PPPs
- Structuring transactions, including "bankability."
- Selecting, mandating, and supervising external legal counsel.
You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) required.
- 8+ years of legal counsel professional experience in an international setting at a major law firm or - within the legal department of a large industrial or technology company.
- Experience in private equity, growth investments, venture capital, M&A and infrastructure acquisition, disposition, restructuring and finance transactions.
- Advanced knowledge in joint venture agreements.
- Proficiency in English both written and verbal
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Approachable, easygoing, and flexible demeanor.
- Proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing in Spanish
Why you’ll love working at Siemens!
- Competitive compensation (salary and bonus) based on qualifications
- Medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, the first day of employment
- Matching 401(k) (immediate employer match)
- Flexible paid time off plan, paid holidays, and floating holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Hybrid workweek
- Education and tuition reimbursement programs available
- Paid parental leave
About Siemens:
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
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