G&S has been exclusively engaged by the Investment Company Institute, which was formed 75+ years ago to support the asset management industry, to recruit a securities lawyer at the Assistant or Associate GC level (dependent upon experience). If you’re interested in the intersection of securities law and policy and passionate about the idea of working for an organization where you could help drive and influence positive impacts in the industry, then this could be your ideal position.
Overview of Role: Advise on issues involving capital markets, including equity and fixed income market structure and broker-dealer regulation, and other regulatory matters involving the SEC, FINRA, other SROs, the CFTC, banking regulators, Treasury, and, as needed, states and Congress. Coordinate with ICI’s research, government affairs, operations, and strategic communications functions in support of the organization’s positions and initiatives. Advocate for the organization before regulatory agencies, policymakers, and Congress and serve as its liaison with relevant professional and industry organizations as needed.
Selling Points:
- Lots of visibility with key leaders in the organization and frequent interaction with officials at the SEC, FINRA, CFTC, etc., as well as with senior leaders of member companies
- Position open due to lawyer departure to a member company
- Excellent work/life balance: Attorneys work 40-45 hours a week and rarely weekends
- Hybrid in-office schedule of 3 days a week in DC
- Compensation package and benefits among the best for associations
Ideal Candidate Background: SEC, Div. of Trading & Markets., FINRA, CFTC, Corporate Legal Dept., or law firm with a leading Securities Practice. Knowledge of regulatory matters involving SMAs and/or CITs is helpful but not required.