Associate General Counsel

Key Responsibilities 

• Define and execute legal strategy for assigned business units, ensuring alignment with Nasdaq's regulatory framework and global objectives. 

• Represent Nasdaq independently in regulatory matters, commercial negotiations, and agency interactions, strengthening the company's legal position. 

• Provide authoritative legal counsel to senior leadership on federal regulations, company policies, and cross-border legal matters. 

• Lead the drafting of regulatory filings, board resolutions, and contracts that support strategic business initiatives. 

• Evaluate and manage investigations and litigation matters, exercising sound judgment and risk management. 

• Champion compliance excellence and operational discipline across functions, balancing legal rigor with business pragmatism. 
   

Required Qualifications 

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent law degree; admission to the bar  (location-dependent). 

• 8+ years of legal experience, with significant exposure to financial services and federal regulation. 

• Demonstrated success in advising senior stakeholders and representing organizations in complex regulatory environments. 

• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence decisions and represent Nasdaq externally at senior levels. 

• Deep understanding of capital markets, exchanges, or financial services regulatory frameworks. 

• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively across global teams and cultures. 
   

Preferred Qualifications 

• Direct experience with equities, options, or exchange-traded products (ETPs). 

• Familiarity with federal agency rulemaking processes and cross-border regulatory coordination. 

• Prior experience serving in senior legal roles at exchanges, broker-dealers, or regulated financial institutions. 

• CFTC experience or experience working with CFTC regulated markets is a plus.