Corporate Counsel

American Century Investments; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship program

Learning opportunities

Job summary

American Century Investments is seeking an experienced attorney to join our Legal team to provide legal counsel and regulatory guidance related to the firm’s registered investment companies, including mutual funds and ETFs. You will support fund disclosure obligations and regulatory compliance efforts.

You will draft and review registration statements, prospectuses, and SAIs, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams on product development and shareholder communications.

Qualifications

• Need a JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission.
• 3+ years of legal practice, preferably with a law firm, broker‑dealer, investment adviser, or financial services.
• Experience advising on securities laws, regulations, and compliance matters.
• Familiarity with the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and maintain registration statements on Form N‑1A and related disclosures.
• Prepare and review prospectus and SAI supplements for regulatory accuracy.
• Partner with Investment Management, Compliance, Product Development, and other teams on product launches.
• Assist with shareholder reports and regulatory filings (N‑CSR, N‑CEN, SEC submissions).
• Draft proxy materials and oversee shareholder meetings and proxy solicitations.
• Advise internal stakeholders on fund disclosure matters and regulatory developments.
• Serve as primary SEC contact on fund disclosure matters and inquiries.

Skills

Securities law experience

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

About Us

American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi‑asset strategies, ETFs, and private investments. Privately controlled and independent, we focus solely on investment management. We direct 40% of our dividends each year—over $2billion since 2000—to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our Legal team. The role involves providing legal counsel and regulatory guidance related to the firm’s registered investment companies, including mutual funds and exchange‑traded funds (ETFs). You will support fund disclosure obligations, product development initiatives, shareholder communications, and regulatory compliance efforts.

What You Will Make an Impact

• Draft, review, and maintain registration statements on Form N‑1A and related disclosure documents, including summary prospectuses, statutory prospectuses, and Statements of Additional Information (SAIs).
• Prepare and review prospectus and SAI supplements to ensure timely and accurate regulatory disclosures.
• Partner with Investment Management, Compliance, Product Development, and other business teams on the development, launch, and ongoing management of investment products.
• Assist with the preparation and review of shareholder reports and regulatory filings, including Forms N‑CSR, N‑CEN, and other required SEC submissions.
• Draft proxy materials and provide legal oversight for shareholder meetings and proxy solicitations.
• Advise internal stakeholders on fund disclosure matters, investment policies and restrictions, and regulatory and legislative developments affecting registered funds.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on fund disclosure matters, including coordinating responses to regulatory comments and inquiries.
• Conduct legal research, analyze emerging regulatory developments, and support strategic legal and business initiatives across the organization.

What You Bring to the Team (Required)

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar.
• 3 or more years of experience practicing law, preferably with a law firm, broker‑dealer, investment adviser, or financial services organization.
• Experience advising on securities laws, regulations, and compliance matters.
• Familiarity with the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver high‑quality work in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, professionalism, and commitment to the highest ethical standards.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, and Competitively Driven.

Additional Assets (Preferred)

• Experience supporting mutual funds, ETFs, registered investment companies, or other investment products.
• Familiarity with the Investment Company Act of 1940 and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience drafting and reviewing fund disclosure documents, including prospectuses and Statements of Additional Information.
• Prior interaction with SEC staff or other financial regulators.
• Familiarity with fund boards, governance matters, and shareholder communications.
• Experience within the asset management or investment management industry.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with bonus plan.
• Generous PTO and competitive benefits.
• 401(k) with 5% company match plus annual performance‑based discretionary contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

American Century Investments is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. We encourage people of all backgrounds to join us on our mission. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process, please send a request to HR‑[e-mail]. All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicably. American Century Investments believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity and advancement opportunities without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals forty years of age and older, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. ACI does not discriminate or adopt any policy that discriminates against an individual or any group of individuals on any of these bases.