Mutual Fund Attorney

Overview

Join Northwestern Mutual as a Mutual Fund Attorney:
Shape the Future of Financial Security. Northwestern Mutual's Law Department is seeking an experienced, independent, and agile attorney to join the Investment Products and Advisory Services Team. You will support our proprietary mutual fund complex, an essential investment option for our variable insurance products, and registered investment adviser clients. This role offers collaboration with compliance experts and business leaders to transform client experiences nationwide.

• Lead and support the preparation of regulatory filings for our mutual funds and registered investment advisers, including registration statements, prospectus supplements, shareholder reports, proxy statements, and more.
• Develop and present materials for quarterly Board meetings, and record minutes for key committees.
• Drive sub-adviser due diligence and onboarding, including contract negotiation and Board communications.
• Analyze and implement SEC rule proposals, advising business partners and serving on strategic project teams.
• Support committees across brokerage, proxy, derivatives, liquidity risk management, and more.
• Contribute to the launch of new mutual funds and the evolution of our investment products.

• 3-5 years of legal experience in mutual funds, investment advisers, and related regulatory filings—gained at a law firm, in-house, the SEC, or a fund services provider.
• Expertise in securities/banking law for variable insurance products, broker-dealers, or OCC-regulated banks is a plus.
• Proven experience with mutual fund Board governance, launching new funds, and changing sub-advisers.
• Juris Doctorate and exemplary academic record;
  Wisconsin law license (or commitment to obtain within one year) is required.

• Exceptional communication, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable with ambiguity.
• High integrity, ethical standards, and a positive, collaborative attitude.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and practical business judgment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet evolving business needs.

• Be part of a diverse, inclusive Law Department with 130+ members from across the country and a culture that values every background and perspective.
• In-house on high-impact projects with direct engagement in business strategy.
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus eligibility, and opportunities for career growth.
• Join a Fortune 500 leader with significant assets and revenues, committed to helping millions achieve financial security.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and help us shape the future of investment products at Northwestern Mutual.

Geographic Structure and Salary:
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End at $. Geographic pay structures may apply for certain locations. Final salaries are based on multiple factors, including skills, experience, location, and hiring process considerations.

Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts clients’ interests at the center of all we do.

Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute, seek challenges, assume leadership, and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

We’re excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups

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