• Counsel, NYSE

    Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) (New York, NY)


    Overview

     

    Job Purpose

     

    The New York Stock Exchange (an Intercontinental Exchange company) is seeking a lawyer to support the NYSE’s equities and options exchanges and related business units, with a focus on options trading. The primary responsibilities of the attorney in this position will include (1) day-to-day legal advice to business and regulatory personnel on applicable SEC and self-regulatory organization (SRO) rules; and (2) supporting exchange rulemaking efforts, including drafting new and amended exchange rules to extend NYSE trading, technology, and listing capabilities. The ideal candidate has broad markets expertise, including regulatory experience and a strong familiarity with financial markets. Experience interpreting technology specifications a plus.

    Responsibilities

    + Provide legal and regulatory advice to business units on application of exchange rules and federal securities laws, primarily with respect to equities and options trading

    + Research, analysis, and written work product regarding SEC and SRO rules, including drafting SRO rules and comment letters in support of NYSE rule filings and in response to SEC proposed rules

    + Interact with SEC staff as appropriate, including during the exchange rulemaking process

    + Engage with business executives, market participants, and regulators on complex business initiatives

    + Maintain expert-level knowledge of the laws that apply to exchanges and SROs

    + Assist with responses to inquiries from the SEC and other regulators related to examinations and inspections

    + Collaborate on ad hoc and special projects

    Knowledge and Experience

    + JD degree

    + Admission to (or ability to obtain admission to) the New York State Bar

    + 5+ years of relevant legal experience

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate about complex issues

    + Strong collaborative skills, as well as the ability to work independently, in a fast-paced environment

    + Extensive knowledge of financial markets and securities laws, as well as equities and options market structure

    + Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and complete projects with tight deadlines

    + Experience at a regulatory agency or dealing with regulators (strongly preferred)

     

    New York Base Salary Range

     

    The expected base salary for this role, if located in New York, is between $210,000 - 260,000 USD.  The base salary range does not include Intercontinental Exchange’s incentive compensation.  While we provide this range as general guidance, at ICE we compensate employees based on the skillset and experience of the individual. Regular full-time ICE employees are eligible for a suite of competitive employee benefits, including healthcare coverage (medical, dental and vision), a 401(k) plan, life insurance, time off, and paid leave for qualifying circumstances.

     

    Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.