Associate General Counsel

5 Minutes ago • 3-5 Years • $134,400 PA - $224,100 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Nasdaq’s Legal, Regulatory & Risk group is seeking an experienced attorney to support its data business. This role involves developing legal and regulatory strategy for a Fortune 500 company. The attorney will work on business and securities issues in a fast-changing regulatory environment, including advocating for new rules, advising on emerging challenges like digital assets and AI, drafting global data policies, negotiating contracts, advising on dispute resolution, and protecting Nasdaq's intellectual property. The position offers a competitive rewards package and opportunities for growth.
Must have:
  • Advocating for New Rules and Regulations
  • Monitoring and Advising on Emerging Challenges
  • Drafting Global Data Policies
  • Drafting and Negotiating Contracts
  • Advising the Compliance Team on Disputes
  • Protecting Nasdaq from Bad Actors
Good to have:
  • some litigation experience
Perks:
  • 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
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Health spending account with employer contribution
  • Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Hybrid home/office schedule
  • Paid parental leave
  • Fertility benefits
  • Paid bereavement leave
  • Company gift matching program
  • Employee resource groups
  • Paid volunteer days
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Robust job skills training
  • Professional development opportunities

Job Details

The Team

Do you like the idea of being a key partner in developing the legal and regulatory strategy for a Fortune 500 company with a brand value over $13 billion? Do you see yourself as more than just the legal expert, but as a fully-fledged business partner? If so, Nasdaq’s Legal, Regulatory & Risk group is looking for a smart, experienced, creative, and highly dedicated and energetic attorney with experience in securities and corporate law to support Nasdaq’s data business.

Your role and responsibilities

This position will be a great opportunity for an attorney with a broad background in securities and corporate law (some litigation experience a plus) to work on an array of business and securities issues in a fast-changing regulatory environment. In coordination with senior legal team members, a typical day could include:

  • Advocating for New Rules and Regulations—Drafting and advocating for SEC filings, comment letters, and white papers.
  • Monitoring and Advising on Emerging Challenges—Providing legal advice on emerging challenges such as digital assets, artificial intelligence and other significant regulatory proposals impacting the data business.
  • Drafting Global Data Policies—Revising data policies for clarity and consistency across jurisdictions and in accord with new regulations.
  • Drafting and Negotiating Contracts—Negotiating unique contracts and managing global contracts
  • Advising the Compliance Team on Disputes—Advising on resolving disputes without litigation; litigation support as necessary
  • Protecting Nasdaq from Bad Actors—Monitoring parties infringing on Nasdaq intellectual property or disseminating Nasdaq Information without authorization

You will need the following skills and experience

  • Juris Doctor Degree;
  • At least 3-5 years’ experience in securities law and corporate law, preferably both (some litigation experience a plus) at a regulatory agency, in-house, or at a top law firm; and
  • Outstanding communication skills and the ability to simplify complex information.

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.

The base pay range for this role is $134,400 - $224,100. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive 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

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