Corporate Counsel

Overview

This client-facing legal role involves supporting mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, financial services contract review, and general legal projects. The position requires a self-starter with strong relationship-building skills and a polished, personable demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist in due diligence and integration of acquisitions, including identifying risks and integration priorities
• Develop legal and compliance training for new merger partners in collaboration with legal and operations teams
• Identify and implement process improvements for the M&A function
• Support triage of pre-litigation errors and omissions issues, assisting corporate claims and litigation teams as needed
• Review investment consulting contracts and analyze legal aspects of RFP terms and conditions for the Registered Investment Advisor business
• Support the RFP business team in submitting legal exceptions to RFPs
• Manage various legal projects for the legal team and General Counsel
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in contract drafting and negotiation, either at a law firm or in-house

Preferred Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. Bar
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic business acumen combined with strong legal skills
• Self-directed, initiative-driven, and goal-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with diverse teams
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Proficient drafting abilities

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary, influenced by experience, education, geography, and other factors
• Medical, dental, and vision plans starting from day one
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(k) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Additional benefits including digital mental health services, flexible work hours (varies by location and role), training programs, wellness initiatives, charitable matching gift program, and more

Note: Benefits details apply to full-time positions; part-time benefits will be provided during the selection process.

Location

Details regarding the work location and flexible work arrangements will be provided during the hiring process.