Director and Managing Counsel, Corporate and Investment Banking Legal - TD Securities

Director and Managing Counsel, Corporate and Investment Banking Legal - TD Securities

Work Location : United States of America

Hours : 40

Line of Business : Legal

Pay Detail : $250,000 - $300,000 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. The included salary range for this role takes into account multiple factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced senior attorney, with substantial and broad expertise in Capital Markets and other corporate advisory matters to join our dynamic legal team at TD Securities USA LLC. As a senior attorney specializing in Capital Markets, you will play a critical role in providing legal guidance and support for a wide range of transactions and initiatives. The position will provide support to other members of the Legal Group as well as directly to business groups and other support and control functions. The optimal candidate will have a combination of law firm and in-house experience advising financial institution clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on Capital Markets transactions, advising the business throughout the life cycle of the transaction.
• Provide expert legal advice and support on equity offerings, including initial public offerings, follow-on offerings and private placements.
• Provide legal advice on a wide range of debt offerings for domestic and international issuers.
• Advise on compliance matters related to securities laws and regulations. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including investment bankers, product groups and compliance as well as external counsel.
• Stay current of legal and regulatory developments impacting the financial services industry and provide relevant and forward-looking guidance to management and colleagues.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures across the corporate and investment banks.
• Potential for the management of members of the CIB Legal team, to foster their professional development and growth.

Preferred Qualifications/Competencies/Accreditation:

• To fulfill the responsibilities of the position, the incumbent must be qualified to practice law in NY State with a minimum of 10 years of combined experience in a law firm and/or an investment bank legal department, with a focus on Capital Markets.
• The candidate must have outstanding communication skills, be able to work both independently and collaboratively, and be flexible in adjusting to changing work priorities.
• The candidate will have strong leadership and organizational skills.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree required
• J.D. from an Accredited Law School required
• 15+ Years of related experience
• Substantial knowledge and depth of experience of at least one area of law relating to banking/financial services operations and issues
• Integrity and high moral standards
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Strong legal and analysis skills
• Detail oriented
• Proven ability to apply legal knowledge to the business
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment
• Expert oral and written communication skills
• Strong teamwork and client skills
• Highly motivated
• Proven ability to provide difficult, complex and unwelcomed legal advice credibly and convincingly to management

Who We Are: TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience.

Our Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals.

Additional Information: We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Accommodation: If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.