Senior Legal Counsel Retail & Private Banking

It Starts Here:

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking innovation and the courage to challenge whats possible. This is more than a strategic shift. Its a chance for driven professionals to grow learn and make a real difference.

If you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!

The Difference You Make:

As Senior Legal Counsel for Retail and Private Banking you serve as a trusted legal advisor to a dynamic and growing broker-dealer and registered investment advisor this role you provide strategic legal guidance that supports the delivery of investment products and services while helping the organization navigate complex regulatory requirements manage legal risk strengthen governance practices and drive business objectives with confidence.

Position Summary

• Provide legal counsel on investment products and services including regulatory and contractual requirements suitability standards fiduciary obligations disclosure requirements legal risk mitigation and product due diligence activities.

• Serve as the legal subject matter expert for broker-dealer and registered investment advisor matters advising business leaders and stakeholders on legal regulatory and compliance considerations affecting strategies programs products and operational practices.

• Advise on corporate governance matters including governance processes policies board and committee practices and the preparation of corporate resolutions governance documentation agendas charters and meeting minutes.

• Analyze legislative regulatory legal and policy developments impacting the business and provide practical guidance insights and solutions to internal stakeholders.

• Conduct legal research on complex legal regulatory and industry-specific matters to support business initiatives and risk management decisions.

• Monitor emerging legal and regulatory developments within areas of expertise and prepare complex legal analyses recommendations and business-focused guidance.

• Partner with business compliance and leadership teams to identify assess and mitigate legal and regulatory risks associated with investments.

What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution Required.

Professional Experience:

• 9 Years Experience practicing law in financial services bank or law firm - Required.

• Expertise handling FINRA and SEC regulatory matters - Required.

Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of broker-dealer and registered investment advisor regulatory frameworks.

• Strong legal research analysis drafting negotiation and counseling capabilities.

• Expertise in corporate governance principles processes and documentation.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel PowerPoint and Outlook.

• Ability to identify complex legal and business issues evaluate risks and develop practical solutions.

• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to develop legal approaches for complex and high-profile matters.

• Excellent verbal written presentation and stakeholder communication skills.

• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with senior executives business leaders and external partners.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong coaching collaboration and team-oriented leadership capabilities.

• Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

• Strong sense of urgency sound judgment and organizational effectiveness.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in one of the following states: FL NY or MA - Required.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:

Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience training military service or education.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt) the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills experience training licensure and certifications and location.

Base Pay Range:

Minimum:

We Value Your Impact:

Your contribution matters and its recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers. Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you your family and your well-being now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide ()

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting standingand walking is required for this role. Depending on location occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next:

If this sounds like a role you are interested in then please apply.

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