Senior Counsel

Cetera • El Segundo, CA

14d • $180,000 - $230,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Cetera Financial Group is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to work out
of our corporate office in El Segundo, CA. This is a unique opportunity to
support Cetera’s dynamic network of broker-dealers, registered investment
advisers and affiliated companies in lawsuits and arbitration proceedings
throughout the country.

Requirements

• J.D. degree and admission to the California state bar
• 10+ years of relevant litigation experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle all aspects of litigation (e.g., screening, discovery, motions, trial assistance, etc.)
• Industry specific experience (Broker-Dealer/RIA) with FINRA arbitrations and/or regulatory enforcement
• Conducted or second chaired trials or hearings
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to communicate succinctly and effectively with senior leadership

Nice To Haves

• Highly motivated
• Excellent writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

• Manage outside attorneys representing Cetera companies in litigations, arbitrations, and mediations
• Work with insurance carriers and brokers to secure insurance coverage where applicable
• Handle a caseload of arbitrations in house
• Liaise with financial advisors, senior management of Cetera’s affiliates, and various business units throughout the organization to formulate litigation plans, develop facts, and successfully manage and resolve disputes impacting the company and its advisors
• Work with Cetera’s business, compliance and regulatory response teams to address and mitigate risks arising out of litigations and complaints
• Provide guidance to the company to relating to litigation risk
• Cover a wide variety of subject matters, including broker-dealer and investment adviser law, insurance, cybersecurity, employment, business torts, contracts, promissory notes, corporate governance, privacy and other matters

Benefits

• Inclusive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship.
• Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are.
• 20 plus days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 2 paid wellness days to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities.
• 401(k) Savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years.
• Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and foster.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees