We are seeking a seasoned legal professional to join Vanguard as Assistant General Counsel reporting to the Head of the Office of the Corporate Secretary, to serve as a subject matter expert to provide legal advice and representation related to the corporate governance activities of Vanguard’s investment products. The attorney will serve as a trusted advisor on governance and regulatory matters broadly, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and supporting fiduciary oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
- Acts as a subject matter expert related to corporate governance matters and provides legal advice to business leaders to ensure their activities, policies, business practices, and transactions comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Implements Office of the Corporate Secretary policies and procedures to ensure that corporate records, notices, and actions required by federal, state, and local jurisdictions and other regulatory authorities are prepared and maintained appropriately. Manages all shareholder communications and responds to inquiries from shareholders.
- Reviews and approves legal documents related to corporate governance matters. Provides final review and sign-off for Board meeting materials, such as agendas and information packages compiled by the Office of the Corporate Secretary team. Ensures that the team upholds strict confidentiality and diplomacy throughout all interactions and operations.
- Monitors, analyzes, and responds to legislative and regulatory developments to ensure they are adequately addressed. Provides legal counsel and advice to internal business leaders in order to resolve and respond to complex operational and corporate governance issues.
- Direct and manage the work being performed by outside counsel.
- Maintains a high level of expertise in applicable areas of the law, Vanguard’s business, and the investment industry. Stays abreast of industry and regulatory developments affecting Vanguard. Maintains affiliations with relevant industry, compliance, and risk associations. Builds and maintains an external network and keeps up to date on trends and best practices in the industry.
- Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum ten years related legal work experience with deep knowledge of investment company governance, corporate law, and regulatory compliance.
- Investment Company Act of 1940 expertise required; alternative fund experience preferred.
- Skilled in managing complex board relationships and navigating fiduciary obligations.
- Strong communicator and strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior levels.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.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.
Skills Required
- Minimum ten years related legal work experience
- Deep knowledge of investment company governance and corporate law
- Expertise in the Investment Company Act of 1940
- Experience in managing complex board relationships
- Strong communication and strategic thinking skills
Vanguard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanguard and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanguard.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support appears unusually strong through a 401(k) design that includes a match plus an additional employer contribution, which can materially lift long-term total rewards. HSA seeding and an enhanced employer match further strengthen the savings-and-benefits value of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle support is reinforced by a sizable annual FlexFund stipend that can be applied across many day-to-day categories such as fitness, childcare, and other personal expenses. On-site or virtual clinics and fitness options add practical health and wellness convenience.
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.
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What We Do
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