Associate General Counsel

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Interactive Brokers Full time

About Interactive Brokers

This is a hybrid role (three days in the office/two days remote) that offers a unique blend of technology and law. Interactive Brokers Group has been consistently at the forefront of trading innovation, starting with the invention of the first floor-based handheld computer in 1983. We pride ourselves on being primarily a technology company and challenging the status quo. We push boundaries to offer our clients the best trading platform with the most sophisticated features at the lowest cost. Software development is the lifeblood of our firm, and it shows in our stellar brokerage platform. Interactive Brokers is regularly recognized as a leader in the financial services industry.

About Your Team

Interactive Brokers is looking for a motivated and talented litigation attorney with experience in securities and commodities issues in the broker-dealer and futures commission merchant space. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation and a passion for technology. The team is dynamic and multi-national, with a focus on innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Representing the firm in arbitration and other adversarial proceedings (both directly and in conjunction with outside counsel)
  • Coordinating with outside counsel on court actions involving the firm
  • Representing firm employees in third-party proceedings
  • Advising firm employees on pre-litigation matters
  • Drafting agreements, disclosures, account documentation and website materials
  • Investigating and providing detailed analysis and legal advice concerning anti-fraud efforts and cybersecurity matters
  • Staying abreast of current cyber-related regulatory developments

Requirements

  • At least seven years of post-J.D. experience as a litigator at a law firm, financial services regulatory agency, exchange, broker-dealer or FCM
  • Experience in court or arbitration proceedings is preferred
  • Familiarity with securities and broker-dealer issues is preferred
  • Background in cybersecurity issues is a plus
  • Member in good standing of the bar of any US state or the District of Columbia
  • Solid academic background
  • High degree of comfort and fluency with computers and technology and understanding of how technology is applied to business and regulatory problems
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills

Company Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with a competitive company match
  • Excellent health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits and a company-paid medical healthcare premium
  • Wellness screenings and assessments, health coaches and counseling services through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid time off and a generous parental leave policy
  • Daily company lunch allowance provided, and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy options for breakfast and snack
  • Corporate events, including team outings, dinners, volunteer activities and company sports teams
  • Education reimbursement and learning opportunities
  • Modern offices with multi-monitor setups


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