Description:

Description:
Job Location  
The primary work location for this role is Chicago, IL, Berwyn, PA, Raleigh, NC, or Boston, MA.

About Envestnet 
Envestnet is an adaptive WealthTech company that is redefining the future of wealth management by helping advisors meet the moment with its comprehensive technology, actionable insights, and industry leading support. Backed by over 25 years of experience and approximately $7.0 trillion in platform assets, Envestnet is trusted by over one third of financial advisors across leading banks, wealth managers, brokerages, and RIAs.  

For a deeper look at how Envestnet is shaping the future of financial advice, visit www.envestnet.com.  

The Team You'll Join 
Envestnet is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide key legal support for RIA, broker-dealer, and alternative investment fund matters.

How You'll Contribute  
As Senior Legal Counsel, the successful candidate will lead complex transactions and related project management, identify advantageous regulatory structures, and partner with stakeholders across the organization. The role is focused on alternative investment funds, registered investment adviser (RIA) matters, and broker-dealer regulation, and requires comfort operating in a fast-paced environment, advising senior leaders, and providing day-to-day legal guidance across the business—including fluency in fundamental AI concepts, terminology, and capabilities (e.g., how AI systems learn from data and generate predictions).

Support registered investment adviser (RIA) legal and regulatory matters, including policies and procedures, filings, examinations, and ongoing compliance guidance in partnership with Legal & Compliance.
Advise on alternative investment funds and related securities-law compliance.
Advise on broker-dealer regulatory matters and guidance on FINRA and SEC requirements.
Draft, negotiate, and review financial technology services agreements and complex commercial transactions.
Advise on emerging financial technology matters, including artificial intelligence (AI) potential benefits, limitations, and common applications, privacy and data analytics.
Leverage expert knowledge of financial services regulations, privacy and data security
Partner with HR and business leaders on employment-related legal issues, including onboarding/offboarding, workplace investigations support, and general employment compliance.
Ensures that contract terms and conditions align with the company's interests and legal and regulatory requirements.
Serves as liaison between Legal group and business units, facilitating communication and resolution of legal issues.
Advise on and help maintain company policies and procedures (including compliance-related policies) and support training and awareness initiatives.
Provide legal support in corporate structuring and mergers and acquisitions
As part of the responsibilities for this role, you will understand and readily support Envestnet's established corporate business practices, policies, internal controls and procedures designed to create value or minimize risk
Adherence to and application of Envestnet legal, compliance, risk, business continuity and administrative policy within the role and department(s) including the timely completion of training & awareness, affirmations and testing as requested

What You'll Need to Bring 

Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school
Member in good standing of a state bar
Excellent drafting, analytical and project management skills
Proven ability to understand business needs and requirements
Ability to effectively engage and communicate with all levels of the organization, including senior executive levels

Nice-to-Haves 

9+ years of legal experience drafting and negotiating Fintech SaaS agreements, with a focus on registered investment advisers (RIAs) and broker-dealers.
Experience advising on alternative investment funds (including private funds); registered investment adviser (RIA) regulatory matters; and broker-dealer regulation.
Experience advising on emerging technology issues, including artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and privacy.
Mature judgment, critical thinking and decision-making skills
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Why You'll Enjoy Working at Envestnet 
Help shape the future of WealthTech. At Envestnet you'll gain hands-on experience and collaborate with some of the industry's brightest minds to deliver meaningful, innovative solutions that make a real difference.

We value flexibility in how and where work gets done, and we recognize strong performance with meaningful rewards—because your contributions should drive both business success and your own personal growth. If you're looking for a place where your work has impact, your development is supported, and your contributions are truly valued, Envestnet is where you can build your future.

The opportunity is now!  