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Summer Associate, Legal

New York, NY

Job Title: Summer Associate, Legal

Department: Legal & Compliance

Reports To: Attorney, Legal

FLSA Code: Non-Exempt

Estimated Salary: $33/hour

 

Job Summary:

Cohen & Steers’ Legal and Compliance Department is seeking exceptional candidates for a full-time summer associate opportunity. The legal summer associate will gain experience working in the legal department of a publicly traded global asset manager. Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients.

 

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

  • Assist in-house counsel with various legal projects related to the company’s onshore and offshore investment products and services
  • Support in-house counsel with corporate governance matters and compliance with public company reporting requirements
  • Assist with conducting legal research on new and amended rules and regulations, summarize key highlights, and help formulate organizational response
  • Support the preparation, review, and execution of legal files including confidentiality agreements and investor management documents
  • Assist the team with routine legal matters, including contract management, marketing material revision, and review of SEC filings
  • Support in-house counsel by preparing materials for board and committee meetings
  • Engage in educational opportunities led by in-house counsel to gain insight on legal functions relating to the company’s registered funds and other onshore and offshore investment products and services
  • Build career relationships through networking and professional development opportunities while gaining exposure to the firm’s business lines and corporate functions

 

Minimum Requirements: 

  • Undergraduate student with expected graduation date in 2028
  • Interest in working in an in-house legal environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Innovative, creative, and entrepreneurial spirit; welcomes change and challenge
  • Teamwork, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
  • Demonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectives
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to multi-task and detail orientated
  • Possess a strong work ethic and high level of professionalism
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Demonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectives
  • Able to meet the firm's work arrangement policy in our New York City office (5 days in-office)

 

Note: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The job title or duties and responsibilities may be changed by the Company at any time.

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