Associate General Counsel

Position Overview

This role presents an exciting opportunity for an attorney to join a small, agile legal team supporting the Corporate Solutions business. The position involves close collaboration with senior legal team members and cross-functional stakeholders, offering broad exposure to product development, commercial transactions, and strategic legal initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Lifecycle Legal Support: Provide comprehensive legal guidance throughout the product lifecycle—from initial concept through launch and ongoing operations, enhancements, migrations, and potential sunset of the Corporate Solutions products.
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including contracts with clients, vendors, strategic partners, and content providers.
• Strategic Legal Counsel: Advise senior management on day-to-day legal matters related to products and commercial matters, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk mitigation.
• Templates: Update and streamline legal templates and documentation to improve usability, clarity, and consistency across the business.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams including Information Security, Product, Technology, Sales, and other business units to support initiatives and resolve legal issues.

Qualifications & Skills

• Juris Doctor (or equivalent law degree) and a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, preferably in-house and/or at a top law firm.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial technology transactions for a global business.
• Extensive experience advising product and business teams on commercial, intellectual property, and data privacy matters.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
• Detail-oriented, self-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with AI technology and also contracting using a contract lifecycle management platform is a plus.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a proactive team player who thrives in dynamic settings. They should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of producing high-quality work under tight deadlines. A strong sense of ownership and the ability to navigate complex legal and business issues are essential.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.