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Charles Schwab · 1 day ago

Director, Legal Counsel- Alternative Investment Platforms

Westlake, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

7+ years exp

Charles Schwab is a leading financial services firm that empowers individuals to make an impact on their careers. The Director, Legal Counsel for Alternative Investment Platforms will provide legal support for alternative investment products, ensuring compliance and negotiating agreements while collaborating with various teams.

Financial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice related to strategic and growth initiatives related to the alternative investment platforms

Draft and negotiate intermediary agreements with third party alternative investment providers and issuers

Provide legal guidance on related marketing or disclosures, and policies and procedures

Monitor regulatory developments applicable to alternative investments and advise senior leadership and the business on the impact

Build and maintain strong partnerships with the relevant Platform/Offer teams and compliance and legal colleagues to ensure clear alignment and priorities within the appropriate legal and regulatory framework

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)Legal experience in financeDrafting skillsRegulatory compliance knowledgeNegotiation skillsPeople skillsOral communication skillsWritten communication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in a state bar

7-10 years legal experience in a large broker-dealer or asset management firm. Law firm experience in a practice related to financial services or practical business experience may be substituted for in-house experience

Strong drafting skills and a keen attention to detail

Ability to identify and analyze contractual issues and provide solutions

Developed negotiation skills and a willingness to engage with counterparties

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to present to senior leaders in Legal and key partners

Ability to work on multiple projects, prioritize activities, and meet deadlines with strong organizational skills

Must be a self-motivated professional with excellent people skills and able to work independently

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship