Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.
About the RoleTHE COMPANY
Tracing our roots to 1928, Wellington Management Company, LLP (WMC) is one of the world’s largest independent investment management firms. With over $1 trillion in assets under management, we serve as a trusted adviser to institutional clients and mutual fund sponsors in over 60 countries. Our innovative investment solutions are built on the strength of proprietary, independent research and span nearly all segments of the global capital markets, including equity, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative strategies. As a private partnership whose sole business is investment management, our long-term views and interests are aligned with those of our clients. We are committed to attracting a talented and diverse workforce, and to fostering an open, collaborative culture of inclusivity because we believe multiple perspectives lead to more informed investment and business decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, fresh ideas, and specialized subject- matter expertise.
THE POSITION
The Co-Op will be split between the Investment Platform Legal Team, working in collaboration US, and Global Counsel, Associates and administrative staff of the Legal, Compliance & Risk Department and the Regulatory Reporting – Code of Ethics Team which is responsible to administration of the Firm’s Code of Ethics Policy. The Firm’s Code of Ethics Policy is the policy that relates to ethical conduct, and addresses certain areas of conflict of interest, including personal investing, receipt of gifts and entertainment, and outside activities. The Code of Ethics team is also responsible for monitoring compliance with the firm’s Policy and Procedures Regarding Political Contributions. The Co-Op will contribute to both ongoing initiatives and new short-term projects, regulatory
developments, corporate governance, and counterparty documentation related to equity, fixed income and derivatives transactions. As part of a group of legal services professionals, the Co-op will work with a variety of other internal and external professionals, including Global Relationship Management, Trading, Operations, and Investment Administration in providing client documentation, researching internal information, and researching regulatory requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities on the Code of Ethics and Legal team includes:
Responding to questions from employee regarding the Firm’s Code of Ethics Policies/Program
Supporting process, system and data dependent elements of the broker account lifecycle in the Code of Ethics program
Collaborating with EMEA and APAC compliance colleagues, Operational Risk, and Internal Audit to drive coordinated outcomes in the above areas
Create and maintain data visualizations and reporting tools to improve operational transparency and decision-making.
Identify opportunities to improve and automate compliance processes through workflow enhancements and data-driven insights.
Support other key Legal, Compliance and Risk Group initiatives
Create and maintain operational procedures
Client and Entity Document Review, Production and Research
Database Population & Document Management
Gap Analysis
Record Retention
Signature Coordination
Legal & Regulatory Research
QUALIFICATIONS
Working in this role requires a high degree of organizational and problem-solving skills given the project nature of the role. The individual must be self-motivated and detail-oriented, with an ability to prioritize ongoing and time sensitive goals. They should have the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality, be deadline-driven with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A successful candidate for this role will be possess a high degree of professionalism and have enthusiasm, while having strong analytical skills and good judgement, an eagerness to learn, interest in financial markets, and a sense of humor.
Strong academic credentials are required. A legal or financial services focus is preferred. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with data visualization (e.g., Power BI), process automation (e.g., Power Automate), and analysis of large datasets is preferred.
Please note: This co-op position entails cross-training to ensure optimal performance across functions. The anticipated start date for accepted candidates is December 2026/January 2027
Only Northeastern University students are eligible for this program.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.
As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [email protected].
At Wellington Management, our approach to compensation is designed to help us attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry. We strive to pay employees fairly and competitively across all levels and roles. Our approach to compensation considers all aspects of total compensation; all employees are eligible to receive salary, variable compensation, and benefits. The base salary range for this position is:
$19-$35 per hourThis range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; role; skills and experience; certifications; and education. This range is an estimate, and further details on salary and total compensation aspects will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.
Base salary is only one component of Wellington’s total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary Corporate Bonus and/ or Incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally. Examples of our benefits include retirement plan, health and wellbeing, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, health savings account, flexible spending accounts and commuter program, employee assistance program, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, back-up childcare, tuition/CFA reimbursement and paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time)
We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.
Skills Required
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, analytical, and judgment skills
- Ability to prioritize time-sensitive goals and manage multiple initiatives
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Professionalism, self-motivation, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Legal or financial services academic focus
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI
- Experience with process automation tools such as Power Automate
- Experience analyzing large datasets
- Interest in financial markets
- Enrollment at Northeastern University
Wellington Management Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Wellington Management and has not been reviewed or approved by Wellington Management.
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Retirement Support — Employer-funded retirement contributions and profit-sharing are frequently highlighted as standout elements of the package. The retirement program is often described as unusually strong and a major pillar of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and related coverage are characterized as comprehensive and well-regarded. Core health benefits are seen as a meaningful contributor to overall satisfaction.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family supports are described as generous compared to common U.S. norms. Exact durations can vary by location or role, but family-related time off is consistently called out as a strength.
Wellington Management Insights
What We Do
For almost 100 years, we have chosen to do things differently, including the way we structure our ownership model, organization, and investment platform. Critically, we know that the best investment ideas are found when a diverse workforce is encouraged to bring forward unique perspectives. Wellington Management is one of the world’s largest independent investment management firms, serving as a trusted adviser to over 2,400 clients in more than 60 countries. We manage more than US$1 trillion for pensions, endowments and foundations, insurers, family offices, fund sponsors, global wealth managers, and other clients. We offer comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets, including global equity, fixed income, currency, commodity, alternatives, and private markets. Leveraging more than 900 investment professionals located in offices around the world, we combine independent insights across asset classes, skill sets, and investment disciplines to uncover ideas for our clients, because we believe collaboration is a rare, repeatable competitive edge. This independent structure and collegial culture are two of the main reasons investment professionals join Wellington Management — and stay for their entire careers. For current open opportunities, please visit www.wellington.com/joinus We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to having a diverse workforce. Please visit http://www.wellington.com to learn more about our firm. Important disclosure: https://www.wellington.com/en/important-disclosure Wellington will not send unsolicited communications and investment opportunities initiated through social media platforms. Wellington does not perform business transactions, payment requests, or direct interactions through social media platforms. Please visit https://www.wellington.com/en/legal/privacy-notice for more information.
