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Job Description:
Employer: DWS Group
Title: Legal Analyst - Fund Disclosure & SEC Registration
Location: Boston
Job Code: #LI-MB1 #LI-03
About DWS:
Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.
Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.
We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.
As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients’ financial future. And in return, we’ll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review mutual fund and ETF disclosure and reporting documents, working with an in-house legal counsel and in a document production tool (including, but not limited to, prospectuses, statements of additional information, supplements and Parts C).
- Distribute SEC registration documents for comment; analyze, process and resolve comments; and escalate issues and proposed solutions to in-house legal counsel and/or manager, as appropriate.
- Finalize SEC registration documents for SEC filing, print and electronic distribution; coordinate with all appropriate parties in the timely production of those documents.
- Together with reviewing attorney, participate in calls with SEC examiner and prepare draft SEC comment/response letters for filing with the SEC.
- Perform detailed analytical reviews of fund disclosure and reporting documents (including, but not limited to, annual reports, Forms N-CEN, etc.).
- Validate in-line XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) tagging in documents to ensure consistency, completeness and alignment of structured data with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with service providers (including fund counsel, auditors, and fund accounting agents) and internal parties (including board governance, tax, compliance, product, portfolio management, senior management) in obtaining and/or finalizing data and disclosure for all documents, ensuring accuracy and alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Complete complex projects as assigned, including new fund launches and restructurings. Communicate status of these projects to manager while appropriately escalating issues, along with proposed resolutions.
- Assist in the review of certain Board materials, including Board memoranda relating to product matters.
- Develop and maintain working knowledge of department procedures and actively participate in staff and workgroup meetings.
- Provide support to other members of the team, as needed.
Your Skills & Experience:
- Requires a BA/BS, preferably with a minimum of 1+ years of SEC Registration process or corporate/securities paralegal experience, preferably in the legal department of a financial services company or with a fund administrator.
- Candidate should have an asset management background (e.g., mutual funds, etc.) and experience with the Investment Company Act of 1940.
- Experience working in a prospectus document management system is preferred.
- Strong analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills, strong attention to detail and effective collaboration skills are required.
- Must be flexible and be able to work effectively and independently on multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining the highest standards and attention to detail.
- Work collaboratively with others; exhibit strong teamwork skill.
- Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.
This role may be juniorized should we identify a strong candidate with a more junior level of experience.
What we’ll offer you:
At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle. Whether you’re interested in healthcare, company perks, or are thinking about your retirement plan, there’s something for everyone.
The salary range for this position in Boston is $70,000 to $130,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration.
At DWS, we recognize that our benefit programs have a profound impact on our colleagues. That’s why we are focused on providing benefits and perks that enable our colleagues to live authentically and be their whole selves, at every stage of life. We provide access to physical, emotional, and financial wellness benefits that allow our colleagues to stay financially secure and strike balance between work and home.
DWS’ Hybrid Working model is designed to find the right balance between in-person collaboration and engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, and working from home. Each business group varies on the split between time spent in the office and at home, but this will be discussed and made clear as part of your application and interview process. We will continue to review and evolve our working environments and methods to ensure that we are working in the best way possible for our people.
If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview, or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and your recruitment team will discuss options with you.
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Our commitment to equal employment opportunity
Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.
We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.
We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Legal Assistant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
A Legal Assistant role must require a bachelor's degree in a directly related field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Paralegal studies, legal studies, or a law degree from a Singaporean university all support the petition. A general business degree without legal coursework may draw scrutiny from the consular officer.
Target law firms with established H-1B1 filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Legal Assistant roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 Singapore holders. Firms already familiar with the treaty-based process move faster and don't require internal legal education on your visa category.
Request the LCA before your consulate appointment
Your employer must file and receive a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before your consulate interview. Confirm the LCA certification date appears on the document. Without it, the consular officer cannot approve your H-1B1 visa application, regardless of how strong your credentials are.
Check prevailing wage compliance for your specific metro area
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Legal Assistant roles in the city where you'll work. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that figure. Wages vary significantly between markets, so verify the correct metropolitan area wage level before accepting an offer.
Prepare your credential documents in English before applying
Singaporean academic transcripts, professional certificates, and any bar association letters not originally in English need certified translation. Consular officers review these alongside your DS-160 and LCA. Having certified translations ready prevents appointment delays and avoids last-minute scrambles if the officer requests documentation on the spot.
Negotiate a start date that accounts for consulate processing time
H-1B1 Singapore consulate appointments at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore typically produce a decision within a few business days of the interview, but administrative processing can extend this. Build at least three to four weeks of buffer into your agreed start date to protect both parties if processing runs longer than expected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Legal Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes, provided your employer can document that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specifically related field such as legal studies, paralegal studies, or law. Roles focused on generalized administrative support without a field-specific degree requirement may not qualify. The O*NET occupation profile for Legal Assistants and Paralegals supports the specialty occupation argument for degree-requiring positions.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa differ from the H-1B for Legal Assistant jobs?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa is available only to Singaporean nationals and has no lottery, unlike the H-1B visa, which is subject to an annual cap with a random selection process. The H-1B1 has its own annual allocation of 5,400 visas, which has never been exhausted. Applications go directly to the U.S. Embassy in Singapore rather than through USCIS, making the process faster and more predictable for Singaporean Legal Assistant candidates with a qualifying offer.
How do I find U.S. law firms that will sponsor an H-1B1 Singapore visa for a Legal Assistant role?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with confirmed H-1B1 Singapore Labor Condition Application filing history for Legal Assistant and paralegal roles. Firms already in the DOL system for this visa category understand the requirements and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship due to unfamiliarity with the treaty-based process. Targeting experienced sponsors significantly reduces the risk of delays caused by internal HR or legal team learning curves.
Can my H-1B1 Singapore visa be renewed if I stay in the same Legal Assistant role?
Yes. The H-1B1 Singapore visa is issued in two-year increments and can be renewed indefinitely as long as you maintain a qualifying job offer and your employer files a new Labor Condition Application with DOL for each renewal period. There is no cap on the number of times it can be renewed, and renewals are processed through the consulate in the same way as the initial application.
What happens if my Legal Assistant employer withdraws sponsorship after I arrive in the U.S.?
If your employer withdraws sponsorship, your H-1B1 visa status ends, and you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer or depart the U.S. A new employer would need to file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and you would need to apply for a new H-1B1 at the consulate. Unlike H-1B portability rules under AC21, H-1B1 holders cannot begin working for the new employer before consular approval.