Financial Services – Associate Attorney (Multi Office)

Software Placement Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet

401(k) and retirement plans

Relocation allowance

PTO and parental leave

Commuter benefits

Professional development resources

Job summary

A renowned global law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its asset management and financial regulatory practice. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge regulatory matters for investment managers and funds with global reach.

The position requires a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission, and 3–7 years of related experience, with strong communication and analytical skills. Hybrid schedule in major U.S. markets is available.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3-7 years of substantive experience in financial services, investment management or securities law.
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and/or the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
• Experience advising asset managers, investment funds, and financial services firms on regulatory matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong analytical abilities, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise asset managers, investment advisers, broker-dealers, and funds on regulatory matters.
• Counsel clients on fund formation, registration, compliance, and ongoing obligations.
• Assist clients with regulatory examinations, investigations, and enforcement matters.
• Provide guidance on broker-dealer, commodities regulation and digital assets.
• Work with clients on cross-border regulatory issues affecting global asset management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic legal solutions.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical abilities

Organizational skills

Collaborative

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction

Job description

Location: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; or Washington, DC | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid | Compensation: $260,000+, commensurate with experience and class year

Overview

A global law firm with a nationally recognized Financial Services & Investment Management practice is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to work within a sophisticated asset management and financial regulatory practice, advising clients ranging from emerging managers and boutique firms to some of the world's largest financial institutions, on cutting-edge regulatory, compliance, and enforcement matters across the global asset management landscape.

What you'll do

• Advise asset managers, investment advisers, broker-dealers, and investment funds on a wide range of federal securities and financial services regulatory matters
• Counsel clients on fund formation, registration, compliance, and ongoing regulatory obligations
• Assist clients with regulatory examinations, investigations, and enforcement matters
• Provide guidance on broker-dealer and commodities regulation, as well as emerging issues involving blockchain and digital assets
• Work closely with clients on cross-border regulatory issues impacting global asset management operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic, business-oriented legal solutions

Required qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing
• 3-7 years of substantive experience in financial services, investment management or securities law
• Strong working knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and/or the Investment Advisers Act of 1940
• Experience advising asset managers, investment funds, and financial services firms on regulatory and compliance matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical abilities, and exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively in a collaborative environment

Preferred qualifications

• Exposure to exchange-traded funds (ETFs), interval funds, business development companies (BDCs), or global asset management regulation is a plus
• Exposure to broker-dealer, commodities, and/or digital asset matters preferred
• Large law firm, in-house, or regulatory agency experience strongly preferred

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary: $260,000+, commensurate with experience and class year
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• Extensive emotional health resource programs and social connectedness programs
• 401(k) and retirement plans
• Generous PTO and parental leave
• Family concierge and commuter benefits
• Relocation allowance
• Professional development resources and additional firm-sponsored programs

Why this role

This is an opportunity to join one of the most established and forward-thinking financial services practices in the industry, offering sophisticated, high-impact work, strong mentorship, and a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and long-term career advancement.