What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Legal Counsel position at SEI?
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We're a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. With over 50 years of experience in financial services and financial technology, we've established ourselves as a trusted partner in the industry.
Job Description
We're seeking a talented Custody and Trust Operations Attorney to join our team! As a key member of our Legal & Compliance department, you'll play a critical role in supporting the Senior Director of our Bank Legal Team.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Providing regulatory guidance: You'll work closely with our business teams and other members of the Legal, Compliance, and Corporate Development Department to ensure that new services and operations are implemented in accordance with applicable compliance programs and laws.
- Drafting and negotiating contracts: You'll collaborate with our business unit solutions teams and operations teams to draft and negotiate contracts and agreements, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, standards, and procedures.
- Managing legal matters: You'll proactively manage and advise on various legal issues, including those related to custody and trust operations, and work with outside counsel as needed.
You'll be working closely with our senior staff, managing junior staff, and collaborating with market unit teams to ensure decision-making stays within appropriate risk appetites.
In addition to your technical expertise, you'll need to demonstrate sound judgment, be detail-oriented, flexible, and a collaborative team player.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced attorney to join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our organization.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A law degree from an accredited U.S. law school
- Knowledge of federal laws impacting financial service companies, particularly bank laws and regulations
- Experience in regulatory compliance in an operations, custody, trust, or similarly regulated area
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to balance business partnership with independent judgment and raising sensitive issues in a timely manner
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive care for physical and mental well-being
- Strong retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Hybrid working environment
- Paid parental leave
- Back-up childcare arrangements
- Paid volunteer days
- Discounted stock purchase plan
- Investment options
