Counsel – Finance Attorney Special Law

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.

This position is for a financial transaction attorney. The selected candidate will join both the (i) Siemens Corporation Legal, Compliance, and Intellectual Property Department and (ii) Siemens AG global legal department Banking and Finance Center of Exellance and will report to the Chief Counsel of Banking and Finance Americas. The candidate will provide legal support to the business units of Siemens Financial Services Americas (“SFS Americas”).  SFS Americas operates as part of the global Siemens business, Financial Services. SFS Americas provides a comprehensive portfolio of financing solutions to companies across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Central and South America. These financing solutions include: Equipment & Technology Finance and Leasing, Project Finance, Corporate/Syndicated Lending, and Working Capital Finance.  Financing solutions support the acquisition of both Siemens and non-Siemens equipment and technology, and Siemens and non-Siemens customers.

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This is a remote position working from a home office with the option to work hybrid or on-site if preferred.

Key Responsibilities include:

•         Review and negotiate the full suite of market-standard documents (including portfolio documents) for large project finance and corporate/syndicated lending transactions

•         Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of agreements related to equipment financing and leasing programs, including: vendor program agreements, dealer program agreements, remarketing agreements, landlord waivers, subordination agreements, assignment and assumption agreements, lease agreements, loan agreement, factoring agreements, syndication agreements and settlement agreements.

•         Collaborate closely with the Lead Lawyers for the SFS Americas business units to support the legal needs of SFS Americas.

•         Provide proactive legal counsel to executive sales leadership and senior management on a variety of legal topics such as licensing and regulatory reporting requirements, commercial disclosure laws, usury laws, privacy laws, export compliance, anti-kickback laws, anti-money laundering laws, and antitrust laws.

•         Prepare and conduct training of sales and other personnel on various finance law and other topics.

•         Work closly with the Siemens compliance officers, finance professionals, and risk management professionals to mitgate legal, financial, and reputational risk in financial transactions.

•         Structure deals to align with business objectives while minimizing legal exposure.

•         Safeguard intellectual property and trade secrets in financial arrangements.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

•         Juris Doctor required and admitted to practice law in at least one US State

•         2-7 years of financial transaction legal experience to include at least one of the following: project finance, corporate and syndicated lending and/or equipment leasing

•         Proficiency in English both written and verbal

•         Authorization to work in the United States without Corporate sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Skills:

•         Experience with Article 2A and Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, including, for example, in connection with project finance, corporate lending and/or equipment finance transactions

•         Willingness to utilize artificial intelligence in performing daily tasks

•         Professional interpersonal communication skills

•         Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

•         Ability to manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines

•         Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities

•         Team player who can work independently and thrives on a fast-paced environment

•         Solid integrity and business ethics

•         Advanced negotiation skills

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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