Associate General Counsel, Litigation

Nasdaq

. Represent Nasdaq in SEC administrative proceedings .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $139,000 - $243,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SEC administrative proceedings and complex commercial litigation, with strong capabilities in brief drafting, legal advocacy, and advising on regulatory matters. Possesses excellent communication skills and a high standard of professional integrity.

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J.D. Or LLM From A Top-Ranked U.S. Law SchoolActive Admission In One Or More U.S. State Bars2–5 Years Of Experience In Litigation Or Regulatory EnforcementSubstantive Expertise In SEC Administrative ProceedingsStrong Attention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Brief DraftingLegal AdvocacyRegulatory Inquiries ResponseSecurities Law ExpertiseAdministrative Proceedings Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationProfessional IntegrityJudgment

Industry Keywords

SEC Administrative ProceedingsComplex Commercial LitigationListing StandardsDelisting ProceduresRisk Mitigation Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent Nasdaq in SEC administrative proceedings
Manage appeals from listing and delisting determinations before the Nasdaq Hearings Panel, Nasdaq Listing and Hearing Review Council, and SEC
Draft and review briefs, motions, and legal filings for administrative proceedings and appeals
Occasionally appear on behalf of Nasdaq in certain proceedings
Coordinate with Listing Qualifications, Hearings, and compliance teams to develop legal positions, gather evidence, and prepare witnesses
Advise on and support Nasdaq rule filings with the SEC related to listing standards, delisting procedures, litigation, and appellate work
Brief directors and senior management on actual or threatened litigation, regulatory investigations, and relevant legal developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. or LLM from a top-ranked U.S. law school or foreign equivalent
Active admission and good standing in one or more U.S. state bars
2–5 years of experience at a top-tier law firm, financial institution, technology corporation, or government agency
Focus on litigation, regulatory enforcement, administrative proceedings, or securities law
Substantive expertise in SEC administrative proceedings or complex commercial litigation
Demonstrated strength in brief drafting and legal advocacy
Experience conducting or responding to regulatory inquiries by federal financial regulators
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
High standard of professional integrity and judgment
Preferred: experience with exchange or self-regulatory organization (SRO) listing standards, delisting procedures, or rulemaking
Preferred: ability to advise on risk mitigation best practices and track global legal developments
Preferred: ability to develop subject matter expertise across a broad range of legal issues in a global financial technology company

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive)
Equity (long-term incentive)
Comprehensive benefits
401(k) program with 6% employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
Student loan repayment program up to $10k
Company paid life and disability plans
Generous paid time off
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
Health spending account with employer contribution
Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
Gym membership discounts
Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions)
Paid parental leave
Fertility benefits
Paid bereavement leave
Company gift matching program
Employee resource groups
Paid volunteer days
Education Assistance Program
Robust job skills training
Professional development opportunities
Opportunity for growth