Responsibilities:
Supports trust administration, including analysis of administrative requirements and preparation of related notices and nonjudicial settlement agreements.Trust termination management, including risk analysis and preparation of legal documents and engagement with states’ attorney general's offices, where needed.Coordinates trust accountings.Advise on corporate governance requirements for fiduciary activities of a trust company.Leads the drafting and translation of legal disclosures, documents, and correspondence.Develops materials and partners with counsel to deliver presentations and provide advice on regulatory and legal developments related to Vanguard's business activities and investment products.Leads the review and resolution of day-to-day operational, risk and legal issues related to Vanguard's business activities and investment products.Interprets legal documentation, handles policy and procedure issues, and contract drafting and negotiation.Conducts research, investigation, and analysis on investment regulatory and policy issues to support legal activities and contribute to the resolution of matters.Researches, aggregates, and delivers legal resources for attorneys such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, articles, and legal codes to support the preparation of legal documents and contracts.Identifies and evaluates the regulatory impact of new products, services, and investment strategies. Attends client meetings to stay abreast of new product offerings.Leads the generation of legal reporting and the maintenance of legal databases.Develops and maintains expertise in applicable areas of the law, Vanguard's business and products, and the investment industry. Stays abreast of industry and regulatory developments affecting Vanguard.Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
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Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Vanguard’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse—one that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.
Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progress—from our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.
Together, we’re on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of care—for our clients, our communities, and each other.
Vanguard’s DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.