Legal Counsel Jobs in Colorado
Legal Counsel jobs in Colorado concentrate in corporate law, energy and natural resources, technology, and healthcare compliance, with demand strong at every level from junior in-house roles to senior general counsel positions. Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs anchor most of the hiring, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, DaVita, and Xcel Energy maintain substantial in-house legal teams. The most sought-after specialties in the Colorado market include contracts and commercial law, regulatory compliance, and employment law. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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SS&C is a leading provider of mission-critical, AI-powered technology and services empowering financial services and healthcare organizations to work smarter, faster, and securely. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices worldwide. More than 23,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.
Job Description
Title: Principal Legal Counsel
Location: Denver, CO or Boston, MA | Hybrid
About the Role
Supports Investment Company Act of 1940 (’40 Act) fund governance and registration matters for open-end and closed-end funds. Provides legal administration services to SS&C clients. Prepares and negotiates fund-related agreements as needed.
Why Join SS&C
SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industry expertise to support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, and operate solutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.
You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Provide advice and expertise on investment adviser, mutual fund, ETF and closed-end fund legal matters.
- Prepare and oversee production of various mutual fund, ETF and closed-end fund regulatory filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including registration statements on Form N-1A and Form N-2.
- Prepare and oversee production of materials for '40 Act fund board meetings and attend board meetings and draft minutes.
- Collaborate with paralegal teams in providing legal administration services. May supervise one or more paralegals depending on experience.
- Prepare and review advisory, transfer agency and fund administration agreements.
- Monitor and report on regulatory developments. Other duties as assigned from time to time.
Required Experience :
- Juris Doctorate
- 10+ years of experience at a law firm or financial services firm focusing on Advisers Act and ’40 Act practice.
- Ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously.
- Ability to work with little supervision.
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
- Experience with AI platforms a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong ability to communicate with internal and external clients. Must be willing to work on site a minimum of 6 days/month
Join SS&C, where innovation meets global opportunities. Click here to apply.
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Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
SS&C Technologies offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; and professional development reimbursement opportunity.
Actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, prior experience, education, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.

Colorado: The expected base salary for the position is between $160,000 USD to $215,000 USD. Massachusetts: The expected base salary for the position is between $160,000 USD to $215,000 USD.

In addition, employees in this role may be eligible for consideration on an annual basis for a discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based upon individual and business performance at the company’s discretion.


Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
SS&C is a leading provider of mission-critical, AI-powered technology and services empowering financial services and healthcare organizations to work smarter, faster, and securely. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices worldwide. More than 23,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.
Job Description
Title: Principal Legal Counsel
Location: Denver, CO or Boston, MA | Hybrid
About the Role
Supports Investment Company Act of 1940 (’40 Act) fund governance and registration matters for open-end and closed-end funds. Provides legal administration services to SS&C clients. Prepares and negotiates fund-related agreements as needed.
Why Join SS&C
SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industry expertise to support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, and operate solutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.
You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Provide advice and expertise on investment adviser, mutual fund, ETF and closed-end fund legal matters.
- Prepare and oversee production of various mutual fund, ETF and closed-end fund regulatory filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including registration statements on Form N-1A and Form N-2.
- Prepare and oversee production of materials for '40 Act fund board meetings and attend board meetings and draft minutes.
- Collaborate with paralegal teams in providing legal administration services. May supervise one or more paralegals depending on experience.
- Prepare and review advisory, transfer agency and fund administration agreements.
- Monitor and report on regulatory developments. Other duties as assigned from time to time.
Required Experience :
- Juris Doctorate
- 10+ years of experience at a law firm or financial services firm focusing on Advisers Act and ’40 Act practice.
- Ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously.
- Ability to work with little supervision.
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
- Experience with AI platforms a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong ability to communicate with internal and external clients. Must be willing to work on site a minimum of 6 days/month
Join SS&C, where innovation meets global opportunities. Click here to apply.
#LI-RS1
#HYBRID
Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
SS&C Technologies offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; and professional development reimbursement opportunity.
Actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, prior experience, education, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.

Colorado: The expected base salary for the position is between $160,000 USD to $215,000 USD. Massachusetts: The expected base salary for the position is between $160,000 USD to $215,000 USD.

In addition, employees in this role may be eligible for consideration on an annual basis for a discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based upon individual and business performance at the company’s discretion.


Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal counsel jobs across Colorado.
- Active license to practice law in Colorado or eligibility for Colorado bar admission
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Three or more years of experience in corporate, regulatory, or transactional law
- Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts independently
- Experience advising business units on compliance, risk, and employment matters
- Strong written and oral communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Legal Counsel Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a legal counsel in Colorado?
To work as a legal counsel in Colorado you must be licensed to practice law in the state, which requires passing the Colorado Bar Examination administered by the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Admissions, or gaining admission by motion if you hold an active license in a reciprocal jurisdiction. Before sitting for the bar you need a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school. Most in-house legal counsel roles also expect prior practice experience at a law firm or government agency before moving into corporate legal work.
How much do legal counsels make in Colorado?
Legal counsels in Colorado earn a median of about $168,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,350 for the lowest 10% to over $336,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire legal counsels in Colorado?
Employers hiring legal counsels in Colorado right now include AIQ, SS&C, and Crocs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of energy companies, aerospace and defense contractors, and large healthcare systems creates consistent in-house legal demand across the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most legal counsel jobs?
Denver, Englewood, and Thornton account for the largest share of legal counsel openings in Colorado. Denver drives the bulk of demand as the state's corporate and financial center, while Boulder attracts technology and life sciences companies with growing legal teams, and Colorado Springs supports a significant volume of roles tied to its defense and aerospace employers.
Are there remote legal counsel jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many professional fields. About 71% of legal counsel openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well contract review, compliance advisory, and policy work translate to distributed settings. Roles requiring courtroom appearance or close coordination with on-site operations are the most likely to remain fully in-person.
How can I get hired as a legal counsel in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a judicial clerkship with a Colorado state or federal court, which signals analytical ability and builds relationships that open in-house doors. Large Colorado employers such as DaVita and Xcel Energy hire associates and legal operations specialists who move into counsel roles over time. Adjacent positions like contracts administrator, compliance analyst, or paralegal at a Colorado company let you build institutional knowledge that supports an internal transition once you pass the bar.
Where can I find and apply to legal counsel jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to legal counsel jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to each one that matches your experience and career goals.
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