Assoc General Counsel III, LGL

Edward Jones

About The Position

The Associate General Counsel III – Disclosure and Securities will lead complex legal matters involving securities law, SEC reporting and disclosure, corporate governance, partnership structures, and strategic firm initiatives. The attorney will work closely with other attorneys, senior business leaders, and stakeholders across the firm, providing practical, business-focused legal advice in a dynamic regulatory environment. Serving as a trusted advisor and influential partner, this attorney will use securities law and disclosure expertise to manage legal and regulatory risk, support executive decision-making, and lead significant legal workstreams from issue identification through implementation. The position requires strong technical expertise and judgment, the ability to influence stakeholders, and the ability to independently manage complex matters and competing priorities.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) required.
At least 6 years of progressive responsibility as a securities and/or corporate governance lawyer in private practice, the public sector, or an in-house counsel capacity.
Deep knowledge of federal and state securities laws, SEC reporting requirements, disclosure practices, and governance matters applicable to SEC filers.
Experience with corporate governance, subsidiary governance, entity management, partnership governance, partnership agreements, and registered and exempt securities offerings.
Familiarity with regulatory issues affecting the financial services industry, including SEC, FINRA, and state securities regulators.
Ability to independently analyze legal risks, develop recommendations, and provide practical legal advice balancing business objectives and risk management.
Strong executive presence, communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
Experience leading complex legal projects and coordinating work across multiple functions, stakeholders, and deadlines.
Strong judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, including adapting advice as facts, risks, and circumstances evolve.
Experience working with sophisticated outside counsel while maintaining ownership of legal analysis and recommendations.
Ability to manage a large and diverse workload in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality, organization, and attention to detail.
Ability to operate independently and collaborate effectively across the firm.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of experience preferred.
Experience within the financial services industry is preferred, though it may not be required depending on other relevant corporate law accomplishments.

Responsibilities

Lead legal support for SEC reporting and disclosure processes, including review and advice regarding Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 17-H, Form 3, Form 13-H, and other required filings and disclosures.
Advise on securities law developments, disclosure obligations, governance matters, and emerging regulatory requirements.
Partner with Reputation Management and communications teams on internal and external communications related to financial information, partnership offerings, and strategic initiatives.
Provide legal support to the Disclosure Committee, other governance forums, executive leadership, and key stakeholders on disclosure and governance matters.
Advise on the firm's ownership structure, partnership governance, registered and exempt partnership interest offerings, and related communications and disclosures.
Work with Finance, External Reporting, Reputation Management, Risk, Compliance, Digital, and business teams to identify issues, assess risk, and develop practical solutions.
Lead complex projects involving securities law, governance, ownership structures, and regulatory matters, coordinating with outside counsel, auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
Develop and communicate clear legal positions and recommendations that balance legal, regulatory, operational, and business considerations.
Build stakeholder relationships and serve as a trusted advisor, delivering practical, timely, and business-focused counsel.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Voluntary benefits, including accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life and AD&D coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Ten paid holidays
15 days of vacation for new associates beginning January 1 of each year
Sick time and personal days
Paid day for volunteerism
Potential bonuses and profit sharing
Employee Assistance Program