Commercial & Nasdaq Fund Secondaries Counsel

We're looking for a Commercial & Nasdaq Fund Secondaries Counsel to join Nasdaq's award-winning legal team. In this role, you'll negotiate complex commercial agreements, advise on broker-dealer regulation, and provide strategic legal counsel supporting our global fund secondaries and Corporate Solutions business.

You'll thrive in this position if you're a skilled transactional lawyer who excels at collaborating across borders, delivering practical solutions that drive business growth in the capital markets space, and navigating complex regulatory frameworks,

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including technology contracts and fund-related transactions.
• Partner with business leaders across regions to structure transactions, manage legal risk, and support product innovation.
• Collaborate with compliance, product, and commercial teams to deliver integrated legal solutions.
• Advise internal stakeholders on broker-dealer regulatory requirements and compliance matters.
• Provide strategic guidance on securities law matters impacting Nasdaq's fund secondaries platform and commercial operations.

Required Qualifications

• JD degree from a top-tier law school and active bar membership.
• At least 7 years of experience at a major law firm; additional in-house experience is a plus.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close complex transactional agreements, including technology contracts.
• Strong knowledge of broker-dealer regulation, compliance frameworks, and securities law.
• Clear communicator with experience in collaborative, fast-paced, global environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
• Familiarity with investment funds and asset management regulatory frameworks.
• Prior work with fintech, capital markets, or fund secondaries platforms.

This position will be located in Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.