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RUSSELL INVESTMENTS

<div><div>Business Unit:</div>
Global Legal<div></div><div>
Reporting To:</div>
Associate General Counsel<div></div><div>
Shift:</div>
India Standard (India)<div></div><div>
About Russell Investments, Mumbai:</div><div>
Russell Investments is a leading outsourced financial partner and global investment solutions firm providing a wide range of investment capabilities to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and individual investors around the world. Building on an 89-year legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, Russell Investments works every day to improve the financial security of its clients. The firm is &ldquo;Top 12 Ranked Consultant (2009-2024)&rdquo; in P&amp;I survey 2024 with $906 billion in assets under advisement (as of December 31, 2024) and $331.9 billion in assets under management (as of March 31, 2025) for clients in 30 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington in the United States, Russell Investments has offices around the world, including London, New York, Toronto, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai &ndash; and has opened a new office in Mumbai, India in June 2023.</div><div></div><div>
Joining the Mumbai office is an incredible opportunity to work closely with global stakeholders to support the technology and infrastructure that drives the investment and trading processes of a globally recognized asset management firm. Be part of the team based out of Goregaon (East) and contribute to the foundation and culture of the firm&rsquo;s growing operations in India. The Mumbai office operates with varying shifts to accommodate time zones around the world.</div><div></div><div>
For more information, please visit <div>https://www.russellinvestments.com</div>.</div><div><br>
Job Description:</div><div>
Role Summary</div><div>
The Legal Counsel will serve as in-house legal support within our global legal team, primarily focused on reviewing, negotiating, and managing commercial documentation. This role demands strong contract drafting skills, sound judgment, and close coordination with global internal stakeholders to ensure legal compliance and alignment with Russell Investments&rsquo; risk framework.</div><div>
This role provides an exceptional opportunity to work in a high profile and successful global investment team.</div><div><br>
Years of Experience</div><div>
 4-6 years at a major law firm and/or in-house, with a focus on commercial agreements</div><div></div><div>
Qualifications</div><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law from a reputed law school or university</div><div></div><div>
Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Draft, negotiate and execute investment management agreements and related contracts with money managers across multiple jurisdictions.</div></li><li><div>
Identify and mitigate legal, regulatory, and contractual risks in connection with commercial agreements</div></li><li><div>
Update legal templates to ensure accurate and up-to-date legal language reflecting key terms (e.g., fiduciary duties, compliance, termination rights).</div></li><li><div>
Update legal templates to reflect changes in applicable rules and regulations and industry best practices</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including investment, legal, compliance, and operational teams, to ensure contracts meet business and risk standards.</div></li><li><div>
Provide subject-matter expertise on legal issues relating to money manager contracts, including dispute resolutions, amendments, and enforcement of contractual rights.</div></li></ul><div><br>
Candidate Requirements</div><ul><li><div>
Proven legal drafting and commercial contracting experience.</div></li><li><div>
Strong negotiating and analytical skills.</div></li><li><div>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</div></li><li><div>
Capable of working independently and managing multiple high-priority tasks.</div></li><li><div>
Experience of interaction with diverse set of stakeholders at all levels.</div></li><li><div>
Detail-oriented, process-focused, and solutions-driven.</div></li><li><div>
Action oriented with high degree of self-management and attention to detail.</div></li><li><div>
Logical reasoning and problem-solving skills/methodology.</div></li><li><div>
Team player.</div></li><li><div>
Comfortable operating in a matrixed, fast-paced environment.</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency with Microsoft Word.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Core Values</div><ul><li><div>
Organized with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and tight deadlines.</div></li><li><div>
Discreet, professional, and maintains strict confidentiality.</div></li><li><div>
Proactive mindset with critical thinking, strong judgment and problem-solving.</div></li><li><div>
Committed to continuous improvement and learning.</div></li><li><div>
Embodies the Firm&rsquo;s values: non-negotiable integrity; valuing our people; customer-focused; exceeding client expectations; action-oriented; intellectual curiosity and rigor.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Visit us: <div>https://russellinvestments.com/us/careers</div></div></div>

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