Associate General Counsel - Investment and Trading (USA)
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LocationStamford, Connecticut, United States
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentLegal and Compliance
Company size201–500 people
PostedSep 15, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live20h ago
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Juris Doctor (JD) degree and at least 8 years of relevant legal experience
Awareness, fluency (and excitement) in using evolving technologies in business and when providing counsel to staff
Active license to practice law and good standing with the applicable bar association
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build relationships, actively listen, and influence stakeholders by adapting communication style to different audiences
Experience at a law firm, regulated exchange, financial technology company, trading firm, or other financial services organization
Benefits
Performance based bonus
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Commuter benefits
Meals
About the role
We are seeking an Associate General Counsel with a background working with private funds, and
particularly focused on investment-technology legal matters to help lead our continued growth
through sound legal guidance, industry insight, and close collaboration with leadership and cross-
functional teams.
Responsibilities
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Serve as the day-to-day point of contact and responsible manager for the adviser’s legal
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and guidance, related risk, and policy development, partnering with the CLO, CCO and
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other members of management.
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Advise on financial market and global trading regulatory obligations, including regulatory developments and the management of legal matters related to execution, trading, and operations. Particularly on the nexus of law and technology issues related to professional trading.
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Support the company's regulatory and legal risk management by actively participating in business and product development meetings.
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Advise the Compliance, Technology, Finance, Investor Relations, and Management teams on financial and business legal risks, with the support of Regulatory Counsel.
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Support other attorneys across a range of advisor legal responsibilities.
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Support internal investigations and respond to regulatory inquiries as needed.
Requirements
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Juris Doctor (JD) degree and at least 8 years of relevant legal experience.
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Awareness, fluency (and excitement) in using evolving technologies in business and when providing counsel to staff.
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Active license to practice law and good standing with the applicable bar association.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build relationships, actively listen, and influence stakeholders by adapting communication style to different audiences.
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Experience at a law firm, regulated exchange, financial technology company, trading firm, or other financial services organization is preferred.
Benefits
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Competitive salary with performance-based bonus.
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Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment.
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PPO health, dental, and vision insurance fully covered for you and your dependents.
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Pre-tax commuter benefits.
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Weekly company-provided meals.
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Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.