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- Managing Director – Investment Counsel
John Hancock/Manulife seeks a Managing Director, Assistant Chief Counsel with 8+ years of meaningful transactional legal experience involving the structuring, negotiation and managing of complex private debt transactions, in particular private placement notes, project finance, private credit and investments across a variety of industries. This position works closely with the company’s front-office teams that originate investments around the world. The position will also collaborate with other business teams and legal colleagues in Canada, the United States and internationally to support asset origination, asset management, and corporate initiatives.
The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of fixed income transactions of various types. Experience in cross-border transactions, regulated industries and/or workouts and restructurings improves any candidacy. Above all, we seek a colleague who act as a trusted advisor and broad problem solver to partner with business clients to develop prudent, creative solutions that advance and protect the company’s interests.
Position Responsibilities:
Partner with internal business teams to analyze and structure investment opportunities
Review, analyze and negotiate deal documents
Manage transaction processes from origination through closing
Support existing portfolio investments, including review of amendments, consents, workouts, prepayments and regulatory matters
Direct outside counsel in connection with transactions and other investment matters
Keep abreast of legal, regulatory and market developments
Apply legal principles in a practical way to support and protect the company from a variety of risks
Provide general corporate advice to support the organizations investment businesses and operations
Required Qualifications:
Juris Doctor with 8+ years meaningful experience
Licensed (or eligible to be licensed) to practice law in Ontario
Prior work experience at a major law firm and/or in a corporate environment
Integrity, collegiality, team orientation, and professionalism
Strong analytical abilities, excellent judgment and outstanding communication skills
Ability to work optimally with clients and colleagues remotely across multiple time zones
Adaptability to shifting demands in an evolving environment
When you join our team:
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
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