Senior Counsel - Public Sector Operations (Base in Beijing)Senior Counsel – Public Sector Operations at the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank focused on financing sustainable infrastructure across Asia and beyond. Based in Beijing, AIIB has grown to 110 approved members and is capitalized at USD 100 billion, AAA‑rated by major credit rating agencies. The Senior Counsel will lead legal and policy advice for the Public Sector Operations (PSO) team and relevant vice presidencies, ensuring compliance and protecting AIIB’s interests. Responsibilities Lead in providing legal and policy advice to PSO and project teams on the design, structuring, and implementation of the Bank’s public‑sector investment operations, ensuring compliance with AIIB’s social and environmental standards and other policy requirements. Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documentation for sovereign operations, including financing agreements, guarantee agreements, and co‑financing arrangements. Develop and revise legal model forms. Advise on legal and policy matters relevant to sovereign operations, including restructurings, waivers, and remedies in sovereign‑backed operations in line with AIIB’s operational policies. Support the development of AIIB’s sovereign operations framework, including the design of new financing instruments, policies, and standards. Collaborate with other LEG units and development partners to promote harmonized approaches and best practices in sovereign lending. Conduct research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and policy notes on issues related to sovereign financing and MDB operations. Promote innovative approaches in legal processes and documentation to improve efficiency and effectiveness in supporting sovereign operations. Requirements Minimum 8 years of relevant post‑qualification practice experience. Experience in a top‑tier international law firm and/or with an international financial organization is a strong plus. An LLM degree, J. D., or equivalent and qualified to practice law in at least one jurisdiction. Relevant professional experience with sovereign loans, guarantees, and/or PPP projects and loan/financing/guarantee agreements is a strong plus. An excellent understanding of the legal aspects of investment operations of multilateral development banks and experience in sovereign‑backed financings and guarantees would be an advantage. Excellent command of English, including drafting and negotiating legal documents in English. Ability and resourcefulness to work independently with minimal oversight. Ability to mentor and coach less experienced colleagues. Ability to design and deliver training to colleagues in LEG, AIIB staff, and external clients. Ability to communicate with and convince internal and external stakeholders at a high level with appropriate legal solutions. Experience working collaboratively in a cross‑cultural environment.
