Elevate your legal career by advising on securities and compliance matters. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment. Develop expertise across diverse legal practice areas.
Legal Counsel
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Job Description
Overview
- Serve as a key legal advisor within a dynamic investment firm, providing counsel on securities and investment advisory matters.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with U.S. and international securities regulations.
- Develop expertise across multiple legal practice areas, including regulatory, corporate, and fund-related matters.
- Contribute to policy development, compliance training, and risk mitigation strategies across business lines.
- Support regulatory inquiries and examinations, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
- Monitor evolving securities legislation and implement timely compliance measures to meet regulatory requirements.
- Engage in drafting, negotiation, and analytical tasks with high ethical standards and business acumen.
- Work in a hybrid environment, balancing onsite collaboration with remote flexibility.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Advise on compliance with U.S. securities laws, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
- Provide legal support on international securities matters in jurisdictions such as the UK and Singapore.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement compliance policies and training programs.
- Assist with regulatory examinations, audits, and inquiries, ensuring effective communication and resolution.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
- Monitor legislative changes and advise on necessary adjustments to compliance strategies.
- Support cross-functional initiatives and contribute to the firm's overall legal and compliance framework.
- Engage with senior leadership to provide practical legal advice and strategic insights.
Job Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with U.S. licensure.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
- Expertise in U.S. securities laws, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
- Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills with excellent judgment.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with international securities laws in the UK and Singapore is preferred.
- Interest in AI-driven legal tools and willingness to grow into a generalist role.
- High ethical standards and emotional intelligence with a solution-oriented mindset.
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