Legal Counsel (Tampa)

Legal Counsel | Tampa, FL

Opportunity with a $100B+ nationally recognized RIA.

This role is a strong fit for an attorney who is eager to learn, adaptable, and comfortable moving between a broad range of legal and regulatory matters. The firm is open to various legal backgrounds and is willing to train the right person, especially someone who brings strong judgment, curiosity, and the ability to quickly shift gears as business needs evolve.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise internal business teams on a broad range of legal and regulatory matters, including financial services, investment management, privacy, employment, corporate, and commercial issues.
• Translate complex legal and regulatory developments into clear, practical guidance for stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support regulatory and business initiatives, including new market/entity launches, licensing processes, and implementation of new legal requirements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of business and legal documents, including commercial agreements, employment-related documents, investment-related materials, policies, and internal guidelines.
• Partner with external counsel as needed and help educate legal, compliance, and business colleagues on new regulations, policies, and best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years legal experience
• JD required
• Current or prior experience practicing at a large, nationally recognized law firm required
• Open to candidates with a range of legal backgrounds, including those with specialized expertise who are looking to broaden their skill set.
• Strong communication skills

Relocation assistance available.

100% paid benefits program, with the opportunity to build toward a generous hybrid schedule.