Associate General Counsel

Nasdaq is the leading provider of trading, clearing, exchange, technology, listing, information and public company services across six continents. Through its diverse portfolio of solutions, Nasdaq enables customers to plan, optimize, and execute their business vision with confidence, using proven technologies that provide transparency and insight for navigating today's global capital markets.

In this role, you will be part of a team of 200+ legal, compliance, surveillance and regulatory professionals located in the U.S., Europe and Asia working closely with the business units that we support.

Responsibilities include:

• Working with with internal company clients to draft regulatory filings required to achieve client objectives.

• Providing guidance to internal company clients with respect to applicable legal requirements and company policies that are coordinated by the legal group.

• Representing (without close supervision from senior lawyers) the company’s positions in regulatory and commercial matters.

• Has the expertise to provide internal clients (without close supervision) legal advice in assigned areas.

• Evaluates, responds to and independently handles certain investigations and litigation matters.

• Drafting and reviewing contracts.

• Drafting proposed board resolutions.

• Evaluating cross-border legal matters.

Education Required: Law Degree (e.g., in the U.S., the Juris Doctor degree). Depending on location, may be required to qualify for a license

to practice law (in the U.S., must be admitted to the bar).

Experience Required: At least 3-5 years preferably involving the financial services industry and/or federal regulation.

Special Qualifications: Familiarity with the financial services sector and with federal agency regulation and rulemaking is preferred. Good

understanding of the products and services supported. Prior experience or expertise involving equities, options, and/or exchange traded

products markets is helpful.

This position can be located in Washington DC, and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment (at least 2 days a week in office, subject to change), providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.  

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.