Associate Corporate Counsel

Are you a detail-oriented and proactive legal professional eager to contribute to a dynamic and mission-driven organization? CFA Institute is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel to join our legal team and support our Associate General Counsel. This role will play a crucial part in legal risk mitigation, contract negotiations, compliance, and regulatory matters. You will also collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across departments such as finance, human resources, and marketing to align policies and procedures with legal best practices.

What You’ll Do

• Provide legal support on a wide range of matters, including risk mitigation, litigation, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property enforcement.

• Research and track global laws and regulations affecting the organization, preparing detailed memos and reports.

• Assist in investigations, data preservation, litigation discovery, and legal hold processes.

• Develop and deliver training materials for various stakeholders on key legal topics.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on the legal team’s case management system and assist with matter management.

• Draft, review, and provide counsel on commercial and collaborative agreements.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including finance, procurement, and business functions.

What We’re Looking For

• Education & Licensing: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school; active membership in a State Bar and eligibility for a Virginia Bar license (or corporate counsel registration). Virginia State Bar License preferred.

• Skills & Competencies:

  • Pragmatic, commercially minded, and adaptable to an evolving legal landscape.

  • Strong legal research and writing skills.

  • Highly organized and capable of managing a diverse workload effectively.

  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).

  • Experience with a case management system is a plus.

  • Multilingual abilities are a plus but not required.

  • A proactive approach—willingness to ask questions, offer solutions, and think critically.

At CFA Institute, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring process. In compliance with wage transparency laws in many of the jurisdictions in which we recruit, we provide the following information regarding compensation for this position:

Expected salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000 per year

Other benefits include eligibility for annual incentives, 12% pension employer contribution, and competitive medical benefits.

All salary ranges are subject to adjustment based on experience, education, and other factors relevant to the position. CFA Institute is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

About CFA Institute

CFA Institute are the global leader in investment excellence and ethics. With nearly 200,000 charterholders across 160 markets, we drive professional growth, ethical behavior, and better markets. We care about our employees’ well-being, offering industry-leading benefits like:

• Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family

• Generous leave and time off

• Competitive retirement plans

• Flexible work options

• Wellness, education, and support programs

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to click “Apply” and complete our three-minute application.

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