Senior Associate, Legal Counsel

Job Title : Senior Associate, Legal Counsel



Location : Hybrid/ San Francisco, CA or New York, NY



Department : Legal & Compliance



Job Type : Full-Time

About Prestige Development Group (PDG)
Prestige Development Group (PDG) specializes in providing innovative human capital management solutions tailored to meet the needs of both private and public sector organizations. We are a certified SBA HUBZone and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business dedicated to fostering diversity, inclusion, and operational excellence.

Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Associate, Legal Counsel to join our client's Legal and Compliance team at a global investment firm with over $80B in assets under management. This role will advise investment and client service teams on various investment advisory matters, support legal and compliance functions, and assist covering a diverse array of regulatory, corporate, fund, contract and investment legal matters across various strategies and business lines. This role will also work on various compliance matters related to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and relevant securities laws, with a desire to develop into a well-rounded generalist attorney and compliance practitioner.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on compliance with U.S. securities and investment advisory laws, including matters arising under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, and support securities law matters in international jurisdictions (UK and Singapore) as needed.
• Advise internal stakeholders on securities and investment advisory-related matters, including compliance with federal and state securities laws and policy implementation.
• Monitor and interpret changes in securities and investment advisory legislation and ensure timely compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support policy development, compliance training, and implementation of best practices across business lines.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries in coordination with appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Support the management of regulatory examinations, audits, and engagement with outside counsel as needed.
• Provide general legal support to the broader Legal and Compliance team on cross-functional initiatives, risk mitigation strategies, and ad hoc projects, with opportunities to develop expertise across multiple practice areas.

Qualifications



Required :

• JD from an accredited U.S. law school; licensed and in good standing to practice in the U.S.
• 4+ years of relevant experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Expertise in the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and/or the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and with senior leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills with excellent judgment and business acumen.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to deliver clear, practical legal advice.
• High ethical standards and strong emotional intelligence with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Willingness to perform administrative tasks and grow into a generalist legal role supporting multiple business functions is essential.
• Onsite-capable in San Francisco (or NY, pending client confirmation) per hybrid policy - no fully remote.

Preferred :

• Private funds / RIA client exposure (PE, growth equity, VC, credit, real estate, hedge funds).
• Hands-on compliance program work (Rule 206(4)-7 policies & procedures, Code of Ethics, personal trading, Marketing Rule, custody, Form ADV / Form PF, training).
• SEC exam or regulatory inquiry support experience, including outside-counsel management.
• Wealth management / family office / UHNW context.
• Familiarity with international securities and investment advisory laws, particularly in the UK (FCA) and Singapore (MAS).
• Experience working with or interest in AI-driven legal tools.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range : $180,000 $210,000 base + discretionary bonus (Compliant with salary transparency laws, including California, New York, and Colorado).
• Benefits: Health insurance and other perks under the firm's "total reward" philosophy

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Prestige Development Group (PDG) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. PDG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
PDG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in our job application and hiring process.

Background Check Policy
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. PDG complies with all applicable laws regarding background checks.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.