Legal Associate

Legal Associate

Wellington Management

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities across 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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and growth‑oriented Legal Associate to work with our Legal teams primarily supporting Wellington Management’s U.S. Wealth business.

• Support fulfillment of legal and regulatory obligations of Wellington‑sponsored investment companies registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, including drafting and reviewing regulatory filings such as registration statements, shareholder reports, proxy statements, and Form N‑23c‑3 and Schedule TO.
• Support Legal’s preparation of material for fund boards, including memoranda and presentations.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel to manage the fund regulatory calendar.
• Help establish and support a process with internal stakeholders for the ’40 Act Platform.
• Support negotiation of service provider agreements, including distribution agreements, administration agreements, and custody agreements.
• Support negotiation of investment management agreements for sub‑advisory client relationships.
• Provide advice and/or escalated issues to Counsel related to the above.

• 5 to 10 years’ experience supporting registered investment companies, either at a major law firm or a financial institution.
• Experience working with internal stakeholders and fund boards; cross‑functional coordination and support preferred.
• Experience with interval funds and tender offer funds preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrable track record of achievement, capacity for differentiated thinking, strong work ethic, and good judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with contract negotiation and analysis of regulatory issues relevant to registered investment companies.

Employees are eligible to receive base salary, variable compensation, and benefits. Base salary for this position ranges from USD 80,000 to 180,000. Additional rewards may include discretionary bonuses and incentives. Benefits include a retirement plan, health and wellness program, dental, vision, pharmacy coverage, health‑savings account, flexible‑spending accounts, commuter program, employee‑assistance program, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

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, 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 GMWTa