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Vanguard

Associate Counsel, Corporate & Commercial Transactions

Vanguard is a leading provider of financial products and services to individual and institutional investors world-wide. In addition, Vanguard is an employer of choice that continually invests in the growth, development and success of its employees over the course of their Vanguard careers.

Vanguard's Legal & Compliance Division addresses a wide range of complex and compelling legal and compliance issues. To support its growing business, Vanguard is seeking an attorney in its Corporate & Commercial Transactions Group. The position is responsible for a broad portfolio of commercial legal matters and offers substantial opportunity for long-term growth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements in support of Vanguard's divisions, including Information Technology, Strategy and Finance, Investment Management, Institutional Investors Group, Financial Advisor Services, Retail Investor Group, and International
  • Working in concert with Vanguard's Enterprise Supply Management
  • Collaborating with internal clients and legal colleagues in various jurisdictions to determine and implement key negotiation strategies and positions
  • Advising internal clients on contractual disputes and legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements to ensure compliance
  • Providing proactive advice to internal clients on an array of strategic, financial and business initiatives

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Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum of 6 – 10 years of relevant professional experience
  • Experience with commercial, technology and licensing agreements preferred
  • Excellent undergraduate and law school academic credentials
  • Excellent judgment, counseling, and negotiation skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills
  • Ability to balance business and legal needs and manage multiple projects at one time
  • Leadership abilities coupled with strong personal accountability and initiative

Candidates must share Vanguard's core values, including unmatched ethical standards and client service, strong work ethic, and 'can-do' attitude. Candidates must foster a team environment by building collaborative, trusting relationships and advancing the development and success of others.

Candidates must be skilled at successfully collaborating with, enabling, working through, and influencing legal colleagues, in-house corporate partners, and business clients at all levels, including senior management.

Vanguard does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Job ID: dc06596cb7a1104f07ce39ee99cb6d71
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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