Legal Associate Jobs in Missouri
Legal Associate jobs in Missouri are open across Kansas City, St. Louis, and Clayton and other Missouri metros, with employers like Husch Blackwell, State Street, and Citi hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Stifel strives for a culture that puts its clients and associates first: a culture where everyone belongs, everyone is welcome, and everyone contributes to the success of our clients, their careers, and the firm as a whole.
Let’s talk about how you can find your place here at Stifel, where success meets success.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Operations Associate-Margin requires the ability to gain a sound understanding of department subject matter including trade exception resolution, compliance with regulatory deadlines, and enforcement of firm policies and industry regulations. This position will require collaboration among team members to execute departmental objectives under direct supervision while following established procedures.
- Notify branch offices of action items and regulatory deadlines.
- Assist in enforcing firm policies and industry regulations.
- Research and review outstanding debit balances and assist in resolving trade exceptions.
- Document trading violations and apply account restrictions as appropriate.
- Develop effective communication skills within the department.
- Provide timely updates on progression of job responsibilities to leadership.
- Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrate the ability to attain a general understanding of industry rules/regulations and Stifel policies that pertain to the department.
- Strong attention to detail skills to minimize risk to the firm.
- Initiative and self-direction when performing tasks with the ability to organize and prioritize effectively in order to meet deadlines.
- Able to handle large workloads that vary based on heavy volume periods.
- Ability to work autonomously throughout the day based on performance criteria provided by leadership.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum Required: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum Required: 1+ years professional business related experience.
SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
ABOUT STIFEL
Stifel is more than 130 years old and still thinking like a start-up. We are a global wealth management and investment banking firm serious about innovation and fresh ideas. Built on a simple premise of safeguarding our clients’ money as if it were our own, coined by our namesake, Herman Stifel, our success is intimately tied to our commitment to helping families, companies, and municipalities find their own success.
While our headquarters is in St. Louis, we have offices in New York, San Francisco, Baltimore, London, Frankfurt, Toronto, and more than 400 other locations. Stifel is home to approximately 9,000 individuals who are currently building their careers as financial advisors, research analysts, project managers, marketing specialists, developers, bankers, operations associates, among hundreds more. Let’s talk about how you can find your place here at Stifel, where success meets success.
At Stifel we offer an entrepreneurial environment, comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental and vision care, 401k, wellness initiatives, life insurance, and paid time off.
Stifel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Legal Associate Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Husch Blackwell7

- State Street5

- Citi3

- Umb Bank NA3

- Washington University in St. Louis3

Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services16
- Law & Legal Services10
- Investment & Asset Management9
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Education5
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal associate jobs across Missouri.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission or eligibility to sit for the bar
- Experience with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Demonstrated legal writing and drafting skills through coursework or prior work
- Familiarity with contract review, due diligence, or litigation support workflows
- Proficiency with document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Legal Associate Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How many legal associate jobs are there in Missouri?
There are 54+ legal associate openings in Missouri on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Clayton. New positions post regularly as employers across Missouri hire.
How much do legal associates make in Missouri?
Legal associates in Missouri earn a median of about $61,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,150 for the lowest 10% to over $96,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Missouri cities have the most legal associate jobs?
Kansas City, St. Louis, and Clayton have the most legal associate openings in Missouri right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire legal associates in Missouri?
Employers hiring legal associates in Missouri include Husch Blackwell, State Street, and Citi, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote legal associate jobs in Missouri?
Yes. About 22% of legal associate openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Missouri metros.
How do I apply for legal associate jobs in Missouri?
You can apply to legal associate jobs in Missouri directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Missouri location, then apply to each one that fits.
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