Senior Counsel (Nonsovereign)

Overview

Oversee legal operations for the Senior Counsel position at ADB.

You have:

• Legal degree with experience in transactional work, particularly in finance and investment.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in legal practice or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in English is essential.
• Experience in handling nonsovereign transactions is desirable.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and commit to inclusive principles.

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you looking to have a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

The position of Senior Counsel is assigned to the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), ADB's legal department. OGC provides legal and policy advice to ADB's Board of Directors, its Management, and client departments on operational and administrative matters and advises on methods to limit ADB's risk exposure appropriately. It prepares or reviews documents that create and define the legal rights or obligations of ADB, including financing and investment contracts.

You will be assigned at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will report to an Assistant General Counsel and will oversee Technical Local Staff.

The position title on appointment is "Senior Counsel".

Your Role

The Senior Counsel will support OGC in achieving its key result areas by focusing on the Trade Finance Program and Supply Chain Finance Program (together, the TSCFP) undertaken by ADB's Private Sector Operations Department. You will be responsible for the processing, negotiating, and managing of nonsovereign transactions under the TSCFP, handling credit and legal risks, supporting technical assistance projects, aiding OGC in policy reviews and operational efficiency initiatives, and resolving disputes and claims. Additionally, you will have an opportunity to contribute to OGC's Law and Policy Reform program alongside main responsibilities.

You will:

a. Operational Support

b. Dispute and Claims Management

c. Knowledge Development & Management

d. Staff Supervision

Qualifications

You will need:

Benefits

ADB offers a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.

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ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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