Wedbush Securities
Vice President, Contracts Attorney
Wedbush Securities, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Job Description:Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growthOur Legal Department is seeking a Vice President, Contracts Attorney who will provide effective, responsive, and strategic legal advice on securities, capital markets, and other company matters. It is preferred that this role is in Los Angeles or the Southern California area. This position is open to hybrid work.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Draft, negotiate, review and manage a wide variety of contracts including but not limited to corporate agreements, commercial contracts, and vendor agreementsProvide advice and counsel on structuring, drafting, negotiating, and interpreting contracts and relevant legal and regulatory requirementsWork across subject matters and issues supporting the third-party space as well as providing risk-based and business-minded advice to clientsIdentify and analyze complex legal issues, develop conclusions and make recommendations for issue resolutionMaintain, structure, update, and manage contract templatesWork directly with business clients and develop an in depth understanding of business unit activities and productsSupport transactional and corporate aspects of the Firm’s broker-dealer, investment advisory, and futures commission merchant activities, and play a role in ensuring the company’s compliance with U.S. lawsProvide day-to-day legal advice on counsel to business teams on a variety of mattersCollaborate with other attorneys and other cross-functional partnersCoordinate and drive completion of contract-related projects, including internal process reviews, and new policy roll-outsReceive direction from leaders and exercise independent judgement while developing an understanding of policies and procedures, best practices, and initiativesRepresent the Firm in disputes in arbitration or other tribunalsPerform other tasks and duties as assigned
Experience and Skills:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited universityStrong academic credentials, including a J.D. and license to practice law in California4+ years of transaction experienceLitigation experience preferredExperience in financial servicesDemonstrated ability to provide strategic advice and legal counsel on all aspects of contracts lawExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong attention to detailWillingness to think outside of the box and to take on responsibilities outside your wheelhouseStrong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization (experience interacting at a senior level with business management teams a plus)Self-motivated with the ability to work well independentlyAbility to effectively and efficiently manage outside counselAbility to support different of types of contracts including contracts for novel business arrangements, such as collaboration agreementsDemonstrated project-based leadership experienceStrong curiosity and willingness to research and understand new topic areas
Job Benefits:As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your familyHealth Savings Account with company-sponsored contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent carePre-Tax Commuter Benefits401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributionsTuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year3 weeks of Paid Time Off2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)10 Paid HolidaysCharitable Donation Matching ContributionsPaid Leave (Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)FINRA License SponsorshipTravel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount ProgramsThe reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $185,000-$215,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the individual and the firm's performance. At Wedbush, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at, or near, the top of the range for their role. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.Wedbush uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities here https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview
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Experience and Skills:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited universityStrong academic credentials, including a J.D. and license to practice law in California4+ years of transaction experienceLitigation experience preferredExperience in financial servicesDemonstrated ability to provide strategic advice and legal counsel on all aspects of contracts lawExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong attention to detailWillingness to think outside of the box and to take on responsibilities outside your wheelhouseStrong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization (experience interacting at a senior level with business management teams a plus)Self-motivated with the ability to work well independentlyAbility to effectively and efficiently manage outside counselAbility to support different of types of contracts including contracts for novel business arrangements, such as collaboration agreementsDemonstrated project-based leadership experienceStrong curiosity and willingness to research and understand new topic areas
Job Benefits:As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your familyHealth Savings Account with company-sponsored contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent carePre-Tax Commuter Benefits401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributionsTuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year3 weeks of Paid Time Off2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)10 Paid HolidaysCharitable Donation Matching ContributionsPaid Leave (Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)FINRA License SponsorshipTravel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount ProgramsThe reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $185,000-$215,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the individual and the firm's performance. At Wedbush, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at, or near, the top of the range for their role. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.Wedbush uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities here https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview
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