Senior Legal Counsel

Job Description:

Legal Counsel – Private Company Services

The FMR LLC Legal Department is seeking to hire an experienced attorney to join the Fidelity Legal Team, with a focus on Fidelity Private Shares LLC (FPS).  FPS provides capitalization table management and other administrative services to private companies and their equity compensation plans.

The Expertise We’re Looking For

• J.D with 5-8 years’ experience with a law firm or in-house legal department with a practice that focuses private markets and/or equity compensation. 

• Experience with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Securities Act of 1933, and related SEC rules and regulations as they relate to private markets is strongly preferred.

• Experience with corporate equity compensation plans, restricted stock, and stock options

• Experience with investment advisers and venture capital funds.

• Experience with software as a service.

The Purpose of Your Role

 

As an experienced attorney you work independently counseling the business regarding expansion of private market service offerings with a particular focus on FPS.  The position requires the attorney to understand and apply the full range of federal and state securities laws and regulations governing broker-dealer, investment advisory and wealth management businesses.

 

 

The Skills You Bring

• Subject matter expertise in private company and equity compensation regulation.

• Working knowledge of related investment adviser and retirement law regulations.

• Knowledge of software-as-a-service provider models.

• Excellent presentation, oral communication and interpersonal skills. 

• A positive, practical and creative approach to problem solving.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure on complex legal matters, as part of a dynamic and creative team of lawyers in a fast-paced environment. 

• Commitment to excellence and integrity.

 

Company Overview

 

At Fidelity, we are focused on making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want. We are a privately-held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associate for their unique perspectives and experiences. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com.

 

Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer.

The base salary range for this position is $140,000-285,000 USD per year.  

Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.   

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home.  These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career.  Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.

Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity f