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Assistant General Counsel

AT DTCC
DTCC

Assistant General Counsel

McLean, VA

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We're committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

Pay and Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive.
  • Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location.
  • Pension / Retirement benefits.
  • Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
  • DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

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The impact you will have in this role:

Being a member of the General Counsel's Office, located in the DTCC Jersey City or Tampa office, this role will have responsibility for providing legal advice and guidance to our clearing agency businesses and providing legal support to DTCC on contracts and transactional matters.

Your Primary Responsibilities:
  • Operate as U.S. counsel to senior management in DTCC's clearing agency businesses.
  • Provide accurate, timely legal and regulatory advice in the development and structuring of new business initiatives, including new products and service offerings.
  • Support the continuous improvement of standard form agreements, contract processes and policies and procedures.
  • Support audit and examinations relating to DTCC's clearing agency businesses and related communications with the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC).
  • Collaborate with members of the DTCC legal department and external counsel, Compliance, Sales, Product, Finance and other functional areas as needed to support all of the above.
  • Handle other corporate legal matters as requested.
  • Mitigates risk by following established procedures, spotting errors and demonstrating ethical behavior

NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above.

Qualifications
  • 7+ years of related experience
  • J.D. from law school; admission to New York or New Jersey Bar
  • Minimum of 4 years training with a premier law firm, financial services firm and/or financial services regulator

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations . We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 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 accommodation.

Client-provided location(s): McLean, VA, USA
Job ID: DTCC-210013
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
    • Pension
  • Professional Development

    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Professional Coaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training