Securities and compliance coordinator

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Securities Transaction and Compliance Coordinator to join the firm’s Office of General Counsel. This position will report to the firm’s Deputy General Counsel and will be responsible for administering and supporting the firm’s internal pre-clearance policies and protocols for the purchase or sale of any security.

Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements. This position may be resident in the firm’s Chicago, New York, or Philadelphia offices with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule.

Key responsibilities include:

• Review, analyze, and process securities trade requests in accordance with firm policies and protocols.

• Work closely with the firm’s Securities Transaction Partner, firm attorneys, and other internal stakeholders in evaluating securities trade requests.

• Organize and maintain accurate records relating securities trade requests.

• Coordinate training and respond to questions relating to the firm’s pre-clearance policies and protocols for the purchase or sale of any security.

• Coordinate responses to requests from FINRA.

• Assist in the annual review and coordination of attorney compliance with the firm’s policies and procedures.

• Support the Office of General Counsel with other compliance and special projects as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university.

• A minimum of two to three years’ experience in a law firm or other professional services environment strongly preferred. The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Familiarity with securities trading principals a plus.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and client-service orientation.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Preferred experience working in iManage and Elegrity.

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at and selecting “Careers.”

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For positions in Chicago, IL, the salary range for this job posting is: $69,100.00 - $110,500.

For positions in New York, NY, the salary range for this job posting is: $78,500.00 - $125,600.00.

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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If hired, y our employment relationship with the firm will be on an "at-will" basis, meaning that the firm may modify the terms and conditions of your employment at any time, and that either you or the firm will be free to end the relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without advance notice, although reasonable notice would be expected.