Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel

Overview

NISA Investment Advisors, LLC (NISA) offers customized investment solutions for tax-exempt and taxable institutional clients. NISA manages over $295 billion in fixed income and equity securities and over $167 billion in derivative notional value. We seek bright, motivated individuals who can contribute to our growing team of professionals. Candidates with a high degree of independent thinking skills, strong analytical and quantitative skills, and team playing abilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Legal Counsel plays a key role in supporting NISA's internal operations by providing legal guidance across several areas within the firm. In this role, you will partner closely with business leaders to navigate a dynamic landscape of legal matters, with a primary focus on software-as-a-service platforms, cloud computing, emerging technologies, and operational review and negotiation. Specifically, you will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including contracts with third-party service providers (such as hardware, software, and data license agreements) and vendor and consulting agreements. You will be responsible for providing legal analysis and advice on laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance that impact NISA's administrative and operational activities. The Legal Counsel will report to the Associate General Counsel and will work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to deliver clear, effective legal solutions that support NISA's mission and product expansion.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with superior academic credentials from an ABA accredited law school
• At least 4 years professional experience in a law-firm or in-house with contract negotiation, general corporate law, or other relevant work experience relating to financial services, technology contracts, financial products, securities and related matters
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills
• Licensed to practice in Missouri

NISA's culture encourages collaboration and innovation. We seek self-motivated, intellectually curious individuals willing to push themselves and others in an environment that celebrates fresh thinking. We equip employees with the resources needed to excel and we encourage personal development. NISA is dedicated to internally cultivating and rewarding talent.

NISA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.