Vanguard is a leading provider of financial products and services to individual and institutional investors world-wide. In addition, Vanguard is an employer of choice that continually invests in the growth, development and success of its employees (crew members) over the course of their Vanguard careers.

Vanguard’s Office of the General Counsel addresses a wide range of complex and compelling legal and compliance issues. To continue to support its growing business, Vanguard is seeking a Senior Counsel for Finance Legal who will offer legal guidance on banking and treasury activities and support corporate and commercial transactions for the enterprise.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, negotiate and advise on various types of procurement contracts, primarily but not exclusively in support of our corporate and fund treasury functions, including agreements related to hosted services, professional services, IT procurement, licenses, other cloud-based products and services purchased by Vanguard. 

• Structure, draft and negotiate managed services and outsourcing arrangements supporting the fund ecosystem, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with Vanguard’s risk management standards.

• Draft and negotiate third-party debt agreements, credit facilities and related documentation.

• Provide guidance on structuring global cash management solutions, intercompany loans, and funding arrangements.

• Provide legal support for general corporate matters, including advising on domestic and international intercompany transactions.

• Help develop and revise internal policies for banking and treasury activities.

• Coordinate and collaborate with subject matter experts within the Office of the General Counsel to seek input on SEC and FINRA compliance, IT, Privacy, HR, Tax, Litigation and International Legal requirements to determine legal and regulatory requirements that impact Vanguard’s commercial and corporate transactions.

• Serve as a legal advisor for various teams within Vanguard’s Finance Division.

• Stay abreast of industry and regulatory developments affecting Vanguard, and maintain affiliations with relevant industry, compliance, and risk associations.

• Maintain a high level of expertise in transactional law, Vanguard's business and products, and the investment industry.

Qualifications:

• Minimum four years relevant professional experience, with knowledge of corporate law and in-house or law firm exposure to corporate and commercial transactions.

• Law degree (JD) with active bar membership required.

• In-house experience preferred, but not required.

• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver business-focused solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation and leadership skills.

• Demonstrated track record of providing business-focused solutions that combine excellent judgment, creativity, awareness of risk, and technical expertise.

Special Factors

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About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.