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Where Ambition Meets Innovation
Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.
Job Overview:
Under the direction of Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel, the attorney in this position will provide pragmatic legal advice and counsel to human resources partners and other corporate departments with a particular focus on employment issues.
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day counseling on employment matters to Human Resources partners.
- Advise Human Resources and business partners on employee relations matters such as terminations, restructurings, lay-offs, discipline, leaves of absence and accommodations as well as compliance with applicable federal and state employment statutes.
- Handle administrative matters at federal and state agencies such as the EEOC, or California DFEH or DLSE; oversee outside counsel handling employment litigation.
- Draft and advise on employment related documents such as offer letters, employment agreements, incentive compensation plans, transition assistance for financial advisors, retention agreements, separation agreements, and termination agreements.
- Remain informed and update Human Resources partners on legal, regulatory and other developments in the employment law arena; anticipate their potential impact on the company’s operations and strategy; and provide counsel to business and human resources to effectively manage these issues; draft and update human resources policies to comply with applicable laws and reflect legal developments.
- Draft and update Human Resources policies to comply with applicable laws and reflect legal developments.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.
Requirements
- JD from a nationally recognized law school
- 6+ years of experience focused on employment law including in the financial services industry. Experience working for a large law firm.
Core Competencies:
- Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects and manage deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding work environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to interact well with business executives and provide pragmatic advice that balances business needs and legal risk
Preferences:
- Prior in-house experience is preferred, not required
Pay Range:
$168,611.00 - $281,087.00
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
Where Ambition Meets Innovation
Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.
Job Overview:
Under the direction of Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel, the attorney in this position will provide pragmatic legal advice and counsel to human resources partners and other corporate departments with a particular focus on employment issues.
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day counseling on employment matters to Human Resources partners.
- Advise Human Resources and business partners on employee relations matters such as terminations, restructurings, lay-offs, discipline, leaves of absence and accommodations as well as compliance with applicable federal and state employment statutes.
- Handle administrative matters at federal and state agencies such as the EEOC, or California DFEH or DLSE; oversee outside counsel handling employment litigation.
- Draft and advise on employment related documents such as offer letters, employment agreements, incentive compensation plans, transition assistance for financial advisors, retention agreements, separation agreements, and termination agreements.
- Remain informed and update Human Resources partners on legal, regulatory and other developments in the employment law arena; anticipate their potential impact on the company’s operations and strategy; and provide counsel to business and human resources to effectively manage these issues; draft and update human resources policies to comply with applicable laws and reflect legal developments.
- Draft and update Human Resources policies to comply with applicable laws and reflect legal developments.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.
Requirements
- JD from a nationally recognized law school
- 6+ years of experience focused on employment law including in the financial services industry. Experience working for a large law firm.
Core Competencies:
- Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects and manage deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding work environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to interact well with business executives and provide pragmatic advice that balances business needs and legal risk
Preferences:
- Prior in-house experience is preferred, not required
Pay Range:
$168,611.00 - $281,087.00
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant counsel jobs.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- One to three years of experience in a relevant legal practice area
- Demonstrated ability to draft and review contracts, agreements, or legal memoranda
- Experience with legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Strong written and oral communication skills for internal and external stakeholders
Tips for Your Assistant Counsel Job Search
Tailor your resume to practice area
Assistant counsel roles vary sharply between corporate transactional work, regulatory compliance, and litigation support. Customize your resume for each posting by leading with experience directly matching the employer's stated practice area, not a generic legal summary.
Highlight bar admission and jurisdictions clearly
Many postings filter candidates by bar admission before reviewing anything else. List every jurisdiction where you're admitted near the top of your resume, and note any pending admissions so hiring managers don't overlook you during an initial screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant counsel openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Research the employer's legal structure first
In-house assistant counsel roles at a publicly traded company involve SEC compliance exposure that a nonprofit or private company role won't. Knowing the employer's structure lets you speak precisely to their legal needs in your cover letter and interviews.
Prepare for a writing sample request
Most assistant counsel interviews include a writing sample review. Select a memo, brief, or contract redline that matches the employer's practice area, and be ready to walk interviewers through your analytical choices and any constraints you were working under.
Negotiate start date around bar exam cycles
If you're awaiting results from a bar exam, address it directly in negotiations rather than leaving it ambiguous. Many employers will agree on a conditional start date tied to admission, so raise this before an offer is finalized rather than after.
Assistant Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant counsels?
The companies hiring the most assistant counsels right now include JPMorganChase, Robinhood, and State of Florida, with the largest share of openings in New York, Illinois, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Industries with consistent demand include financial services, healthcare systems, and large corporations with in-house legal departments.
How many assistant counsel jobs are remote?
About 54% of assistant counsel openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than many other legal roles given the collaborative nature of in-house work. Compliance-focused and contract review roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while litigation support and government positions are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become an assistant counsel?
You become an assistant counsel by earning a JD, passing the bar exam in your target jurisdiction, and building experience in a relevant practice area through law firm work, a judicial clerkship, or a government legal office. From there, you apply directly to in-house or government roles that match your practice area, demonstrating both legal competence and the ability to advise non-lawyer colleagues.
Can you get an assistant counsel role with little legal experience?
Yes, some assistant counsel positions are designed for early-career attorneys, particularly at government agencies, nonprofits, and companies with structured legal rotational programs. To strengthen your application with limited experience, emphasize any transactional or regulatory work from clinics, clerkships, or internships, and target employers whose practice area aligns closely with your law school coursework or writing samples.
What does the assistant counsel interview process look like?
The assistant counsel interview process typically begins with a phone or video screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by one or two substantive interviews with members of the legal team or the general counsel. You'll often be asked to discuss a past legal matter you handled, review a writing sample you've submitted, and sometimes complete a short practical exercise such as a contract redline or a legal issue memo under time constraints.
Where can I find and apply to assistant counsel jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant counsel jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your practice area, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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