The board
- Pay
- $33/hr
- Where
- New York, NY
- Posted
- Sep 24
Job Title: Summer Associate, Legal
Department: Legal & Compliance
Reports To: Attorney, Legal
FLSA Code: Non-Exempt
Estimated Salary: $33/hour
Job Summary:
Cohen & Steers’ Legal and Compliance Department is seeking exceptional candidates for a full-time summer associate opportunity. The legal summer associate will gain experience working in the legal department of a publicly traded global asset manager. Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients.
Major Responsibilities/Activities:
What you'd do
- Assist in-house counsel with various legal projects related to the company’s onshore and offshore investment products and services
- Support in-house counsel with corporate governance matters and compliance with public company reporting requirements
- Assist with conducting legal research on new and amended rules and regulations, summarize key highlights, and help formulate organizational response
- Support the preparation, review, and execution of legal files including confidentiality agreements and investor management documents
- Assist the team with routine legal matters, including contract management, marketing material revision, and review of SEC filings
- Support in-house counsel by preparing materials for board and committee meetings
- Engage in educational opportunities led by in-house counsel to gain insight on legal functions relating to the company’s registered funds and other onshore and offshore investment products and services
- Build career relationships through networking and professional development opportunities while gaining exposure to the firm’s business lines and corporate functions
What they want
- Undergraduate student with expected graduation date in 2028
- Interest in working in an in-house legal environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Innovative, creative, and entrepreneurial spirit; welcomes change and challenge
- Teamwork, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
- Demonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectives
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and detail orientated
- Possess a strong work ethic and high level of professionalism
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint