VP LEGAL

Our Essence:

Patria is, essentially, a long-lasting and resilient entrepreneurial Partnership, that continually assesses the environment and identifies trends. We quickly adapt our investments and product offering to capture investment opportunities derived from such analysis, delivering consistent results to our clients and creating long-lasting impact for all our stakeholders. We are home to professionals who carry this entrepreneurial spirit as a live and dynamic Partnership, where new members are welcome, and we evolve with their expertise and cultural characteristics. We know how to transform ideas into real business opportunities and are engaged in the development and perpetuation of the Partnership.

About Patria:

Patria is made of high performers like you. Behind every result we achieve as a team, there are talented people with unique set of skills: From an entrepreneurial spirit to high a performance mindset. From high-level expertise to a hands-on approach.

It is through these qualities that we have fostered trusting relationships with each of our clients. We proudly highlight our high returns to our investors coupled with our unwavering commitment to ethical values.

That’s why we have been known as the regional and sector specialist in alternative asset management with on-the-ground expertise everywhere we operate. Patria anticipates trends to create long-lasting impact for all our stakeholders for over 35 years. We envision to keep delivering consistent results to better serve our clients.

Key responsibilities

•Participate in international M&A transaction, including due diligence and negotiation

•Provide support for the treasury department, funding, derivates and transactions

•Support in general corporate law

•Define, together with the partners, the assumptions, processes, and standards for Patria’s Legal & Compliance area, and guide and ensure that Business Partners across departments adhere to them.

•Select, hire, and manage local and offshore external law firms, as needed, according to the specific topics.

•Represent Patria before external law firms, regulatory bodies, and self-regulatory organizations.

•Advise the Sales team (local and offshore), Investor Relations, business units, corporate areas, and other departments on legal and compliance matters.

•Participate in and support the Legal & Compliance Committee and other committees in which Patria is involved.

•Participate in due diligence processes conducted by investors, regulators, and service providers.

•Engage with the Executive and Management Committees to discuss strategic and relevant issues.

Requeriments

•Bachelor’s degree in Law; postgraduate studies in Corporate Law or Financial Regulation are a plus.8–10 years of professional experience, preferably within the financial industry, with exposure to fund management companies, brokerage firms, or multinational organizations.

•Strong knowledge of financial regulation, securities markets, CMF requirements, and relevant international frameworks.

•Demonstrated ability to provide legal guidance to senior management and support cross-functional teams.

•Solid leadership skills, with experience coordinating legal staff and projects across multiple jurisdictions.

•Business-oriented mindset, capable of aligning legal advice with organizational objectives.

•Fluent in English, with excellent communication and negotiation skills in corporate environments.

•Proven experience in international M&A transactions, including due diligence and negotiation of complex contracts.

•Practical knowledge of UK law and US law, with experience coordinating external counsel in these jurisdictions.

•Ability to operate strategically and hands-on in cross-border transactions.

Diversity:

At Patria we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.