Legal Counsel, Associate Counsel at Vanguard

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Investment Management, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Law degree (LLB, JD, LLM) coupled with practising certificate in Australia
Significant legal experience in the Funds Management industry
An executive stakeholder management skillset with a demonstrated ability to engage, influence and add value to a group of stakeholders
Ability to work quickly and independently with attention to detail and sensitivity to deadlines
Ability to adapt to dynamic and evolving environment and think flexibly with a solutions mindset

Responsibilities

Provides legal support to the Product, Platforms and Financial Adviser Services businesses
Drafts and negotiates legal documents such as contracts, agreements and correspondence of legal significance
Monitors, analyses, and responds to legislative and regulatory developments to ensure they are adequately addressed
Leads complex commercial contract negotiations and implements business processes and compliance procedures on a range of complex legal matters
May represent the organization in complex or specialized legal proceedings before courts, government agencies, or other authorities to ensure the organization's interests are protected
Develops strong working relationships with overseas-based colleagues
Coaches junior staff and helps resolve problems
Participates in special projects

Skills

Contract Drafting

Contract Negotiation

Regulatory Compliance

Legal Risk Management

Commercial Contracts

Legal Proceedings

Legislative Analysis

Compliance Procedures

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters

1975Year Founded

SECONDARYCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage

Onsite health clinic & fitness center

Health Smart Rewards program

Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan

Education Benefits

PTO

Family Planning Benefist

Parental leave

Personal development opportunities

Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.

Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.

New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.

The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.

Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.

The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.

Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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