Legal Manager

Our Company 

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with more than $220 billion in assets under management. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, equity, and real estate. The firm has more than 1,400 employees and offices in more than 25 cities worldwide. 

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture. 

For additional information, please visit Oaktree’s website at http://www.oaktreecapital.com/ 

Responsibilities 

This person will have responsibility for handling third party commercial contracts related to Oaktree’s business and operational activities across different regions including USA, EMEA and APAC. The role will be based full time in Hyderabad.

Responsibilities include:

• Working closely with Senior Manager, Legal and effectively managing end-to-end review of third party commercial contracts for Oaktree corporate entities across different regions including USA, EMEA and APAC, and advising internal business partners in relation to such contracts;
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating third party commercial contracts including master service agreements, consultancy agreements, service agreements, engagement letters, manpower/ staffing services agreements, SOWs, non-disclosure agreements, work orders, purchase orders, amendment agreements and other vendor contracts;
• Supporting contract lifecycle management processes;
• Maintaining and managing contract templates and assisting in standardization of templates;
• Assisting in drafting, developing and maintaining various playbooks, handbooks, guidelines, trackers and other internal processes to effectively manage contracts review;
• Providing guidance and monitoring new requirements on legal matters, including regulatory issues, anti-bribery, data privacy, cybersecurity and anti-money laundering and ensuring that contract templates are up to date and compliant;
• Working closely with members of the broader Legal team, HR, Compliance, Accounting and other departments in Los Angeles, London and Hong Kong to coordinate the various responsibilities;
• Managing and mitigating legal risks;
• Performing other tasks and projects as necessary.

Qualifications 

•  Willingness to relocate to Hyderabad, if necessary;
• At least 4-6 years of experience with a law firm and / or within the financial services industry or asset management industry; 
• Ability to review, draft and negotiate commercial agreements and proficiency in identifying, assessing and mitigating legal, regulatory and commercial risks;
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of laws, regulations, practices and industry trends related to contract management;
• Experience in dealing with senior business stakeholders and managing ambiguity, especially in a highly matrixed organization is preferred;
• Exceptional English writing, drafting and communication skills are mandatory.

Personal Attributes 

• Must possess a high level of integrity and professionalism;
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented;
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a small team;
• Has ability to resolve stressful situations with internal and external clients in a professional manner;
• Must be able to work in a collaborative manner with other members of the global staff in Legal, Compliance, Tax, Accounting, Human Resources, Operations and other departments; and
• Exercises good business judgment and is aware of when it is necessary to escalate issues.

Education 

• Law degree and/or qualifications
• Specialized contract management experience and proficiency with CLM tools and sharepoint will have added advantage. 

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy 

 Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources. 

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.