Legal Counsel

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Fitch Group is currently seeking a legal Counsel to manage certain legal matters in relation to Fitch Group’s business operations in North America. This role reports to one of Fitch Group’s Deputy General Counsels.

What We Offer

• Ability to work in a highly visible role with management and leadership across the business
• Opportunity to work within an established firm and grow from within
  
  

We’ll Count On You To

• Provide legal support (including the review of fee agreements and NDAs) for various credit analyst groups in Fitch Ratings and the corresponding business relationship management groups.
• Support other operational functions of Fitch Group which will depend upon the specialist expertise of the candidate.
  
  

What You Need To Have

• Experience representing clients on intellectual property, software licensing and emerging technology matters
• Financial Services experience
• Admitted Attorney in a US state or equivalent jurisdiction
• At least 5 years of post-admission relevant experience in private practice or working in-house at a financial services institution
• Fluency in English is required
  
  

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience in a multinational organization preferred
• Experience in capital markets related legal support preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Organized with good attention to details
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and escalate issues appropriately
• Strong team player, collaborative and flexible approach required
• Excellent ability to multi-task/work efficiently/be responsive to clients
  
  

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

For More Information Please Visit Our Websites

www.fitchratings.com | www.fitchsolutions.com | www.fitchlearning.com

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

FOR NEW YORK ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $185,000 and $210,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include discretionary bonuses and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.