Senior Associate, Legal Counsel Corporate

Iconiq; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Commuter Benefits

Wellness stipends

Tuition reimbursement

Smart-casual dress code

Job summary

ICONIQ is seeking a Senior Associate, Legal Counsel to advise on U.S. securities and investment advisory matters while collaborating across teams on policy development, training, and best practices.

The role supports global regulatory and client-service needs in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate holds a JD licensed in the United States, with 4+ years of experience, and a strong interest in growing into a generalist legal/compliance professional across multiple business areas.

Qualifications

• JD license to practice in the United States.
• 4+ years of experience at a top law firm or in-house legal department.
• Working knowledge of securities laws (Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Investment Advisers Act of 1940).
• Experience collaborating across teams and advising senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in becoming a generalist in legal/compliance across multiple business areas.
• Familiarity with international securities or investment advisory regulations (UK, Singapore) is a plus.
• Curiosity about using AI tools to enhance legal/compliance workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise internal teams on compliance with U.S. securities and investment advisory laws, including matters under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
• Support securities and investment advisory matters in international jurisdictions (UK, Singapore) as needed.
• Monitor regulatory developments and help ensure timely compliance with evolving requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on policy development, training, and implementation of best practices.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries, examinations, and audits, coordinating with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.
• Provide general legal support across regulatory, fund, corporate, contract, and investment matters.

Skills

Securities laws

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory monitoring

AI in legal tech

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

This role sits within ICONIQ’s Legal and Compliance team and supports investment, advisory, and client service teams across a broad range of regulatory and legal matters. The Senior Associate, Legal Counsel will play a hands-on role advising on securities and investment advisory issues while developing into a well-rounded generalist attorney within a dynamic, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Advise internal teams on compliance with United States securities and investment advisory laws, including matters under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.


• Support securities and investment advisory matters in international jurisdictions, including the United Kingdom and Singapore, as needed.


• Monitor and interpret regulatory developments and help ensure timely compliance with evolving requirements.


• Partner with cross-functional teams on policy development, compliance training, and implementation of best practices.


• Assist with regulatory inquiries, examinations, and audits, working closely with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.


• Provide general legal support across regulatory, fund, corporate, contract, and investment matters, contributing to risk mitigation and special projects.

Ideal Candidate Background:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the United States.


• 4+ years of relevant experience at a leading law firm and or in-house legal department.


• Working knowledge of securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.


• Experience collaborating across teams and advising senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.


• Interest in developing into a generalist legal and compliance professional across multiple business areas.


• Familiarity with international securities or investment advisory regulations, particularly in the United Kingdom or Singapore, is a plus.


• Curiosity about using technology, including artificial intelligence tools, to enhance legal and compliance workflows is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance starting on your first day of employment.


• Life and disability insurance coverage as well as family and wellness benefits including mental health benefits, fertility benefits, and back-up childcare.


• A matching 401(k) program.


• Commuter Benefits program.


• Stipends to support wellness and hybrid working arrangements.


• We support employees who wish to pursue professional designations/certifications and offer tuition reimbursement in addition to an allocation for books and other supplies needed for an individuals coursework.


• Smart-casual dress code.

Location:

Applicants are expected to work onsite in ICONIQ’s San Francisco office in accordance with our hybrid working policy.

Compensation Range:

ICONIQ is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At ICONIQ, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation terms. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $180,000.00-210,000.00 together with the benefits listed above.

Throughout the interview process, you should be prepared to speak in depth about your experience and contributions in your own words.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

We recognize that our people are our greatest strength, and the diverse skills and perspectives they contribute are integral to our success as a global organization. As an equal opportunity employer, we are deeply committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our company. We do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, we provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees with religious practices, mental health needs, physical disabilities, or other conditions requiring support.