Technology and Commercial Lawyer - Director

Position Overview:

We are seeking to recruit an experienced and collaborative lawyer to join the Corporate & Technology Legal team, which provides legal support on technology, outsourcing, third-party risk management, cybersecurity, data privacy, artificial intelligence, and other technology-related matters across Mizuho Americas. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial and technology agreements and providing practical legal advice on third-party vendor relationships and related emerging legal and regulatory issues. 

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and problem solver who can work independently, manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and effectively partner with cross-functional stakeholders. The role requires sound judgment, strong negotiation and organizational skills, and an interest in staying current on evolving legal and regulatory developments impacting technology and third-party risk management.

The successful candidate will report to the Head of the Corporate and Technology Legal team and serve as a trusted legal advisor to procurement, technology, risk, and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Draft, review, and negotiate third-party vendor agreements, including outsourcing, cloud/SaaS, end-user license, market data, software development, professional service, service level, data processing, and non-disclosure agreements

• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks associated with contracting with third-party vendors, including responding to stakeholder questions regarding contract terms and related policies and procedures

• Coordinate as necessary with subject matter experts for advice and support related to intellectual property, data privacy, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution and other matters that intersect with third-party vendor contract matters

• Support third party risk management and procurement teams as a legal subject matter expert

• Contribute to maintenance of templates and know-how relating to sourcing and technology matters

• Keep up to date on legal and regulatory developments regarding technology-related matters, including third party risk management, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and data privacy/security

• Such other matters as requested by the manager of the Corporate and Technology Legal team and/or the Chief Legal Officer

Qualifications and Experience: 

• JD with bar admission in New York

• 8 plus years of relevant law firm or in-house experience

• Extensive experience negotiating complex technology and commercial contracts

• Familiarity with legal and regulatory issues relevant to the use of technology, including outsourcing, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data privacy, and third-party risk management

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate laws, rules and regulations into practical business solutions

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; adept at presenting legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders

• Ability to work proactively, independently, and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

The expected base salary ranges from $230,000.00 - $275,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill​, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.​​

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.

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