Charles Schwab

Director, Legal Counsel, DAF Giving 360

Charles Schwab • $120K — $150K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Law degree required
  • 10-15+ years of relevant legal, regulatory, and compliance experience
  • Significant management experience
  • Deep knowledge of non-profit regulations
  • Experience with donor-advised funds preferred
  • In-depth understanding of financial services industry regulations
  • Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills
  • Strong analytical abilities and data-driven decision making

Responsibilities

  • Manage legal matters and corporate governance for DAFgiving360
  • Lead a team focusing on contract management and compliance work
  • Monitor and advise on changing regulations and compliance standards
  • Prepare and review legal documents, including vendor and grant agreements
  • Provide legal and regulatory advice to senior management
  • Manage legal inquiries or litigation when needed
  • Communicate legal matters effectively to the audit committee and President

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a team in a unique regulatory environment
  • Engagement with high-level strategic decisions
  • Chance to shape compliance frameworks in a non-profit setting
  • Direct involvement in corporate governance processes
  • Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

Director, Legal Counsel – DAFgiving360

 

The Director, Legal will be solely responsible for managing legal matters, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance for DAFgiving360. This role will be involved in business activities/decisions to ensure they are in accordance with applicable law and best practices. The position will lead and manage a small team of professionals responsible for contract management, charity due diligence, grant agreement and other corporate compliance related work. This director will lead the organization through regulatory changes.

What you are good at:

  • Monitoring and advising on changing rules, regulations and the regulatory environment and ensuring that employees are knowledgeable of compliance with pertinent standards.
  • Ensuring the Compliance Plan is within rules and regulations and supports the business when questions arise.
  • Recommending appropriate revisions to new or existing policies, procedures, and systems to reduce the frequency of future legal and compliance concerns.
  • Preparing and reviewing legal documents and agreements including vendor management and grant agreements.
  • Providing regulatory and legal advice on applicable federal and state rules and regulations, engaging outside and Charles Schwab & Co. legal counsel as appropriate.
  • Overseeing corporate governance for DAFgiving360, including ensuring compliance with board and committee charters/bylaws to include annual authority updates, conflict of interest policy, and supporting board and committee meetings.
  • Managing legal inquiries or litigation as needed.
  • Supporting the Risk team when necessary to ensure operational escalations or accommodations are compliant with law and/or policy.
  • Overseeing the whistleblower policy/procedures.
  • Effectively communicating legal matters to the audit committee and President.
  • Advising the President on potential risk related to legal and corporate compliance.
What you have

 

  • Ability to be a trusted partner that provides, manages, monitors, and applies practical, consistent, effective, and unbiased risk and compliance management and guidance that is grounded in a deep understanding of business goals and risks as well as the regulatory and industry environment.
  • Skill to develop actionable proposals and recommendations to senior management and the board in both written and verbal form and drive implementation of key legal risk and compliance initiatives.
  • Ability to work across multiple organizations to drive change and buy-in by working with and influencing key business partners as well as building effective working relationships.
  • Aptitude to successfully manage complex projects, maintaining accurate records of decisions, tracking, and following up on those decisions, and be able to move projects forward proactively and independently.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Law degree required.
  • 10-15+ years of related work experience in legal, regulatory and/or compliance with significant management experience.
  • Deep knowledge of non-profit regulations and donor-advised fund experience a plus.
  • Deep knowledge of the legal, compliance, and regulatory aspects of the financial services industry. Understanding of registered investment advisors and of risk management concepts, structures, and processes.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills- sets and shares goals with elevated expectations, motivates performance, leads by example.
  • Well-developed influencing and collaboration skills.
  • Experience analyzing data and preparing solutions based on sound facts and findings.
  • Self-motivated, with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and drive change.
  • Ability to work and lead multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing based on risk/business needs.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing based on risk/business needs.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; demonstrated presentation skills.
  • Ability to think strategically with sharp analytical skills and strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Mastery of Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

 

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

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Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

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Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
NASDAQ
SCHW
* Ladders Estimates

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