Charles Schwab
Director, Legal Counsel- Alternative Investment Platforms
Charles Schwab, New York, New York, us, 10261
Director, Legal Counsel- Alternative Investment Platforms
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Director, Legal Counsel- Alternative Investment Platforms
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Charles Schwab .
At Schwab, you are empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.
The Third‑Party Product Platforms (TPP) legal team is responsible for providing legal support to several of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.’s product platforms through which products are available for purchase by our clients, including mutual funds, exchange‑traded products, insurance and annuities, 529 Education Savings Plans and alternative investments.
As a Director, Legal Counsel‑Alternative Investment Platforms you will primarily provide legal support to the platforms on which alternative investment products are made available to customers of Charles Schwab & Co., while also supporting other product platforms from time to time. Your responsibilities will include strategic initiatives, regulatory compliance, and negotiating agreements with product issuers or advisers.
What You Will Do
Provide legal advice on strategic and growth initiatives related to alternative investment platforms.
Draft and negotiate intermediary agreements with third‑party alternative investment providers and issuers.
Provide legal guidance on related marketing or disclosures, 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 relevant platform, offer, compliance and legal colleagues to ensure alignment within the legal and regulatory framework.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in a state bar.
7‑10 years of 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 keen attention to detail.
Ability to identify and analyze contractual issues and provide solutions.
Developed negotiation skills and willingness to engage with counterparties.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present to senior leaders in legal and key partners.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize activities and meet deadlines.
Self‑motivated professional with excellent people skills who can work independently.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship.
What’s in it for you
Competitive salary range: $272,000.00‑$340,000.00.
Eligibility for bonus or other incentive opportunities.
401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and a 28‑day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions.
Paid parental leave and family building benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Location: New York, NY. Work arrangement: office 4 days a week.
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Director, Legal Counsel- Alternative Investment Platforms
role at
Charles Schwab .
At Schwab, you are empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.
The Third‑Party Product Platforms (TPP) legal team is responsible for providing legal support to several of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.’s product platforms through which products are available for purchase by our clients, including mutual funds, exchange‑traded products, insurance and annuities, 529 Education Savings Plans and alternative investments.
As a Director, Legal Counsel‑Alternative Investment Platforms you will primarily provide legal support to the platforms on which alternative investment products are made available to customers of Charles Schwab & Co., while also supporting other product platforms from time to time. Your responsibilities will include strategic initiatives, regulatory compliance, and negotiating agreements with product issuers or advisers.
What You Will Do
Provide legal advice on strategic and growth initiatives related to alternative investment platforms.
Draft and negotiate intermediary agreements with third‑party alternative investment providers and issuers.
Provide legal guidance on related marketing or disclosures, 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 relevant platform, offer, compliance and legal colleagues to ensure alignment within the legal and regulatory framework.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in a state bar.
7‑10 years of 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 keen attention to detail.
Ability to identify and analyze contractual issues and provide solutions.
Developed negotiation skills and willingness to engage with counterparties.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present to senior leaders in legal and key partners.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize activities and meet deadlines.
Self‑motivated professional with excellent people skills who can work independently.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship.
What’s in it for you
Competitive salary range: $272,000.00‑$340,000.00.
Eligibility for bonus or other incentive opportunities.
401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and a 28‑day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions.
Paid parental leave and family building benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Location: New York, NY. Work arrangement: office 4 days a week.
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