Senior Counsel

Senior Counsel (Societe Generale, New York, NY)
Support the department's dual mission of furthering legitimate business objectives while protecting the Bank
from legal, regulatory and reputational risk. Interact directly both with external counterparts and with
members of internal business divisions, while also working closely with the credit, risk, operations, and
collateral teams who share responsibility for the success of the Bank’s client focused activities. Operate
under the supervision of the Legal team to investigate multiple types of matters, including operational risk
incidents and employee misconduct. Investigate significant operational risk incidents that result in losses or
potential losses for the Bank, for presentation to senior management of the Bank’s U.S. operations. Scope
investigations, conduct employee interviews and review documentary evidence to determine the root cause
of the incident based on the facts. Conduct methodical reviews of each matter and draft explanatory
memorandums, which include factual findings as well as recommendations for remediation, and prepare
and present such reports to senior management and regulators, as appropriate. Consult with other lawyers,
including the Bank’s U.S. General Counsel where appropriate, and other senior managers as appropriate
before presenting findings and advice. Conduct internal investigations and post-mortem reviews relating to
a variety of legal and non-legal matters, including regulatory enforcement matters, employee matters,
whistle-blower claims, operational risk incidents and others. Conduct detailed internal investigations into
issues of concern that may relate to potential regulatory enforcement issues, employee matters,
whistleblowing claims, and other legal and non-legal issues. Investigate such matters by reviewing
appropriate documents, conducting employee interviews, and consulting with other lawyers or subject
matter experts within the Bank as appropriate. Use strong communication skills (written and verbal) to
present verbal and written summaries of findings and advice to various stakeholders within the bank,
including senior managers of U.S. operations. Work in conjunction with multiple other areas of the firm,
including the Front Office, Compliance, Risk, Audit, and various cross-department committees. Collaborate
with various front office employees and managers as well as support units including others in the Legal
Department, Operations, Risk, Compliance and Audit in both the Bank’s US operations as well as globally.
Coordinate with headquarters in Paris on cross-jurisdictional investigations and related matters. Liaise and
collaborate with headquarters in Paris and other global teams to conduct cross-jurisdictional investigations
regarding global business activity and the Bank’s shared global operating and trading systems. Coordinate
investigations that impact global teams to ensure that the investigative findings have accurately addressed
and incorporated all impacted global teams and that the resolution and recommended corrective actions
are accepted and implemented in other regions as appropriate in order to further the Bank’s global banking
objectives. Telecommuting permitted 2 days per week. When not telecommuting, must report to 245 Park
Ave, New York, NY 10167. Salary: $212,826 - $355,000 per year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: J.D., LL.M., or U.S. equivalent in law, plus 5 years of professional experience
as an Attorney, Associate, Counsel, or related occupation/position/title providing legal advice and
conducting complex investigations for Financial Services organization. Must be admitted to the New York
State Bar.
Must also have the following: 5 years of professional experience providing legal advice for financial, risk,
operations, and technology concepts related to an international bank engaged in trading and investment
banking activities in multiple jurisdictions; 5 years of professional experience conducting internal
investigations for allegations of fraud, employee misconduct, and violations of securities law and
regulations; 5 years of professional experience presenting investigative findings and remediation plans to
senior stakeholders; 5 years of professional experience conducting interviews and review of
communications and other documents in connection with investigations; and 3 years of professional
experience investigating operational risk incidents.

  LINK TO EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM: Incentives offered through the firm's Employee Referral Program are applicable to this position.  For more information, please visit our "Employee Referral Program" link in the Human Resources section of our intranet under the Talent Management tab at: http://entrenet.us.world.socgen/support_groups/human_resources/talent_management/employee_referral_program.html

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

OUR CULTURE: 
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

D&I: 
Our Diversity & Inclusion Mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Vision:

• Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
• Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
• Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients

For more information about our D&I initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-about/diversity-and-inclusion/)

HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols.  Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area.  The applicable business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.

COMPENSATION:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.