Associate General Counsel - Global Ethics and Compliance Program

Nasdaq; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) program with 6% employer match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Education Assistance Program

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Nasdaq is seeking an experienced Attorney to support its corporate ethics and compliance program. This role requires at least 8 years of legal practice, focusing on compliance and technology regulation. You will manage compliance programs, collaborate with Risk Management, and provide legal advice on various initiatives.

Nasdaq fosters an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and provides opportunities for all applicants. Benefits include a 401(k) program with employer match, comprehensive health coverage, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of practice as an attorney with diverse experiences.
• Desire to address novel legal issues and provide practical advice.
• Experience managing complex, long-term projects with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve Nasdaq’s compliance programs.
• Manage regulatory change for Nasdaq’s global business lines.
• Collaborate with Risk Management on compliance integration.
• Provide legal support and advice to compliance teams.

Skills

Compliance program structuring

Technology regulation

Anti-corruption

Corporate ethics

Communication skills

Project management

Utilizing AI and automation

Education

JD from an accredited U.S. law school

Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. state

Job description

Attorney responsible for supporting corporate ethics and compliance program including program structuring, regulatory monitoring, anti‑financial crime program, ethics program, diligence and integration of acquisitions, and incident investigation and response.

We are seeking a creative and adaptable attorney with enterprise‑wide corporate compliance experience in global technology organization to help lead Nasdaq’s ethics and compliance program. Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, this role will involve a diverse range of activities including:

Responsibilities

• Coordinating with others in the Ethics and Compliance Team and other functions to maintain and continuously improve Nasdaq’s compliance programs in alignment with established practices and standards such those reflected in the Department of Justice Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs and OFAC Compliance Framework.
• Managing the Nasdaq’s regulatory change management processes for its global technology and information services business lines, engaging with other teams within the Legal, Regulatory and Risk Department on implementing regulatory changes in a coordinated manner. Assessing proposed regulations for their impact on Nasdaq to inform engagement by Nasdaq in the regulatory development process.
• Collaborating with Risk Management and other second line functions to integrate compliance into the company’s risk management frameworks; serving as primary legal advisor to Risk Management on its initiatives.
• Representing compliance on company‑wide initiatives and working groups, leading legal‑related workstreams and providing legal analysis and support.
• Providing legal advice and support to Nasdaq Ethics and Global Compliance operational teams.
• Maintaining Nasdaq’s Code of Ethics and supporting compliance policies including annual and ad‑hoc update processes; supporting annual and ad‑hoc training on policies.
• Partnering with the Chief Compliance Officer to managing Nasdaq’s new location‑based Ethics and Compliance Representative Program.
• Developing performance measures for reporting on program execution for executive committees and the board.
• Participating in the due diligence of prospective acquisitions and leading workstreams for acquisition integration.
• Providing legal support as needed to address incidents, ad‑hoc requests or surge needs.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of practice as an attorney with a broad range of experience across different subject matter areas – while experience in all of the following is not required, it is expected that a candidate will have addressed a number of the following areas in their career: compliance program structuring, technology regulation (other than privacy), sanctions/export control, anti‑corruption, corporate ethics (e.g., conflicts of interest, insider trading, outside activities), and/or incident response/crisis management. Also desirable is experience in commercial contracting or serving as the legal advisor for a revenue‑generating business unit.
• An excitement to addressing novel legal issues and providing actionable, practical advice to the business in the face of new or ambiguous legal requirements.
• Experience managing complex and longer‑term projects involving change management with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to effectively convey complex content to an executive audience.
• A collaborative approach to working across functions to achieve outcomes.
• Experience leveraging AI, automation and other technology tools to facilitate and accelerate analysis, decision making and reporting.
• JD from an accredited U.S. law school and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. state or District of Columbia.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.

What We Offer

• 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.