- Working with paralegals and supporting senior attorney with the production and administration of Board meetings for MFS and its corporate subsidiaries.
- Working with paralegals and supporting senior attorney with corporate governance and related corporate filing matters.
- Conducting regulatory research, as applicable, in connection with corporate governance, transactional and securities matters, corporate policies and procedures, etc.
- Working with paralegals to respond to ad-hoc requests from internal and external clients, and in-house attorneys.
- Working with senior attorney on the negotiation of corporate agreements with clients, vendors, suppliers, etc.
- Monitoring changes to global regulation and advise internal stakeholders.
- Assuming additional responsibilities as needed.
- Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctorate Degree required.
- Must be a member in good standing of the Bar and maintain good standing for all necessary license(s) and/or professional qualifications.
- 4-6+ years of work experience post-bar, ideally in investment management, financial services or industry-related firm.
- Experience with general corporate matters preferred, with specific experience in the financial services industry as a secondary preference.
- Generous time-off provided: including "Responsible time off" for many roles, paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed, plus paid volunteer time
- Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, adoption assistance, generous caregiver leave
- Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions
- Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement through our medical plans, fitness center discounts and more
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Assistant Counsel - Boston, United States - MFS Investments
2 weeks ago
Description
At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other.Because what we do matters - to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.
THE ROLE
The Assistant Counsel provides legal counsel and assistance with respect to corporate and transactional matters, including assisting with corporate governance and related Board matters, reviewing and advising on corporate reports, filings and disclosures, advising on corporate transactional and securities matters and assistance with corporate regulatory processes, policies and procedures.
Review, monitor and resolve related legal and regulatory issues as they pertain to assigned matters and other projects/areas as determined by the Legal Department.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
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At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.
If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.
What we offer:
Disability Benefits:
Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan, Defined Contribution plan- 15% of base salary invested into the Plan, competitive total compensation programs
MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at or email for assistance.
MFS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.
Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.
Please see the Know Your Rights:
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision, linked for your reference.
