Senior Legal Specialist

Manulife • Boston, MA

7d • $92,475 - $160,290 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Legal Specialist reports to the Director and Managing Legal Specialist and provides regulatory support for registration statements, supplements, proxy and merger filings, and related activities to ensure legal compliance with requirements and internal standards. The role supports SEC filing obligations and helps manage legal and regulatory risk by preparing and reviewing fund disclosure and shareholder materials accurately and on time. It coordinates with management, legal staff, and outside counsel, monitors relevant regulatory and industry developments, and manages overlapping projects and deadlines, including overtime or work during peak holiday periods when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree.
• At least seven years of experience preparing mutual fund prospectuses, registration statements, supplements, proxy statements, and other disclosure documents.
• Experience with open-end fund SEC filings and related disclosure requirements.
• Working knowledge of EDGAR and common-language databases.
• In-depth knowledge of mutual fund regulation and compliance, including the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Securities Act of 1933.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a demanding, fast-paced, and fluid environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, written and verbal communication, and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability in response to changing priorities, business needs, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as a team member.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, collegiality, and respect in interactions with department members and business partners.
• Availability to work overtime as needed, including during some peak holiday periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with closed-end funds.
• ArcPro experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file SEC registration statements for open-end and closed-end funds.
• Draft and file proxy statements for open-end and closed-end fund proxy solicitations.
• Prepare and coordinate supplements, merger filings, other fund disclosure documents, and related activities.
• Review shareholder reports.
• Keep management, staff, and outside counsel informed of developments affecting assigned funds.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory and industry developments relevant to investment companies.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision, including overtime or work during peak holiday periods when needed.
• Support the legal department in meeting SEC filing obligations and internal standards for open-end and closed-end funds.
• Coordinate across management, legal staff, and outside counsel to keep assigned matters progressing and stakeholders informed.

Benefits

• Customizable health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage.
• Adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans.
• Retirement savings plans, including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions.
• Financial education and counseling resources.
• Paid time off in the U.S., including up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law).
• The full range of statutory leaves of absence.
• Incentive programs and incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior