Senior Assistant General Counsel

Overview

A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Senior Assistant General Counsel to provide business-aligned legal guidance focused on governance, compliance, and operational risk management. This role involves partnering with leaders, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex legal issues into practical recommendations. The position supports responsible execution, improved decision-making, and sustainable growth within a regulated financial services environment.

Location: Remote (US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counsel to the Fixed Income Capital Markets division
• Collaborate with internal functions to manage legal matters and enhance policies
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements and transaction documents
• Oversee outside counsel activities related to assigned legal areas
• Coach and mentor Legal department staff on professional development
• Prepare and deliver presentations to Senior Management on legal issues
• Manage a portfolio of legal matters, keeping management informed of progress

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate with strong academic credentials
• Minimum of 10 years of legal practice experience related to financial services
• Expertise in corporate, securities, and regulatory law
• Proven ability to manage a heavy workload in a regulatory environment
• Experience drafting and negotiating a variety of legal agreements

Desired Skills and Experience

• Corporate law, securities law, regulatory law
• Law firm experience
• Broker-dealer regulations
• Legal case management software
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Financial markets knowledge
• Investment banking experience
• Legal compliance training
• Contract management systems
• Compliance tracking tools
• Regulatory reporting software
• Legal research databases
• Project management software
• Advanced analytical tools
• Data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Disability benefits
• Retirement savings plans
• Paid time off, including vacation and holiday leave
• Parental leave and other family-related benefits

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but whose backgrounds could be a strong fit for the team.