Technology Procurement Attorney
MSCI · Budapest
On the forefront of the financial services industry, we offer a fast-paced yet collegial environment, which is created through a strong culture of teamwork and close working relationships with different levels of management. This is an excellent opportunity for an outstanding, highly motivated, experienced lawyer to join our global Technology Procurement Legal team working out of Budapest or Mumbai in a senior legal role as Vice President.
- Negotiate and draft a variety of inbound complex technology and data agreements, including software, outsourcing, telecom, NDAs, consulting and various services agreements.
- Work closely with the business and various cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Procurement, Privacy, InfoSec, etc.) to negotiate and close transactions globally (including with a focus on Europe- and India-based transactions and matters).
- Support contract process improvements, including development of new templates and other documentation as needed.
- Support special projects.
- 8+ years’ experience as a lawyer drafting and negotiating complex tech and IP transactions or advising clients on challenging intellectual property matters.
- Qualification in India or Hungary is required.
- Experience in the financial services industry is helpful.
- Strong communications and drafting skills.
- Confidence to negotiate deals independently with escalation as necessary.
- Positive, execution-oriented outlook, with superior listening and drafting skills and attention to detail.
- Proactive desire to quickly learn the business and come up to speed in new areas.
- Ability to analyze legal and business risks and to propose creative, pragmatic solutions.
- Organizational capability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Strong academic record is a must.