Description:
Provides a full range of legal advice and services. Responsibilities are within the Legal Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines- Works with internal company clients to draft regulatory filings required to achieve client objectives.
- Provides guidance to internal company clients with respect to applicable legal requirements and company policies that are overseen by the legal group.
- Represents (without close supervision from senior lawyers) the company's positions in regulatory and commercial matters.
- Has the expertise to provide internal clients (without close supervision) legal advice in assigned areas.
- Evaluates, responds to and independently handles certain investigations and litigation matters.
- Drafts and reviews contracts.
- Drafts proposed board resolutions.
- Evaluates cross-border legal matters.
Education Required: Law
Degree (e.g., in the U.S., the Juris Doctor degree). Depending on
location, may be required to qualify for a license to practice law (in
the U.S., must be admitted to the bar).
Experience Required: At least 3-5 years preferably involving the financial services industry and/or federal regulation.
Special Qualifications: Familiarity with the financial services sector and with federal agency regulation and rulemaking is preferred. Good understanding of the products and services supported. Prior experience or expertise involving equities, options, and/or exchange traded products markets is helpful.
