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The following are a selection of our current opportunities. For more information and a complete list of searches we are conducting, please contact us to speak directly with a recruiter.
Start Up Nuclear Energy Company Seeks Second Legal Hire
NYC, D.C., or Houston
An innovative clean energy company transforming the economics of nuclear power, is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join its legal team in New York City, Washington, DC or Houston.
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-growth company at the forefront of next-generation energy infrastructure on the ground floor as their second legal hire. The company is developing a platform designed to reduce nuclear construction costs by more than 60% while accelerating deployment timelines through advanced manufacturing and proven reactor technologies.
The Associate General Counsel will partner closely with business leadership and the Deputy General Counsel on a broad range of sophisticated commercial and corporate matters, including:
- Negotiating and drafting complex commercial, procurement and supply agreements
- Supporting project development and project finance initiatives
- Advising engineering, construction and procurement teams
- Managing corporate governance, entity formation and transactional matters
- Working alongside investors, customers, suppliers and outside counsel on strategic transactions
- Advising on regulatory, export control and intellectual property issues
The ideal candidate will have:
- 4+ years of experience at a top law firm, with project finance, project development, infrastructure or energy experience
- Strong commercial contracting and transactional skills
- A practical, business-oriented approach to solving complex legal issues
- Excellent judgment, communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Passion for nuclear energy and the company’s mission
Experience with nuclear energy is not required. Candidates with project finance, infrastructure, energy construction, renewable energy, power or other complex commercial transactional experience are encouraged to apply.
Compensation will consist of a base of $200,000 to $225,000 and a generous equity package. This role can sit in NYC where it would be remote except for regular, frequent travel to DC or in DC or Houston where they are in the office 3 days a week. The company will provide reasonable relocation expenses to candidates willing to relocate to DC or Houston. If interested, please reach out to Sarah Sleight, ssleight@glslsg.com.
EXCLUSIVE STELLAR REGISTERED FUNDS IN-HOUSE COUNSEL ROLE
New York, NY
Our client, a publicly traded financial services company and its affiliated investment advisors located in midtown Manhattan, is looking for a Director, Associate Counsel, Wealth with 2-5+ years of registered funds experience. This attorney will provide legal support for the firm’s US registered funds, sub-advisory relationships and other retail products, including separately managed accounts and model-based programs with an emphasis on contracts, distribution, product development, marketing and sales practices; will work closely with senior management, fund administration and the compliance team; and will handle regulatory issues and general legal matters.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5+ years of detailed knowledge of securities laws applicable to registered investment companies including the Investment Company Act of 1940 and experience with the mutual funds, closed-end funds and other registered funds. Experience with exchange-traded funds, separately managed accounts and model-based programs, sub-advisory relationships, compliance, ISDA Master Agreements and other ancillary documentation for derivatives business and with issues faced by Broker/Dealers are all major pluses. Candidates must have top credentials and experience from in-house, regulatory agency and/or a leading law firm.
This is a fantastic role reporting to a phenomenal manager (the Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel – Wealth) at a stable public company that has a collegial, balanced work environment. There is great long-term potential and a clear path for advancement, as well as exposure to the General Counsel, C-suite executives and Board members.
Compensation will consist of a base of $210,000 to $240,000, as well as a discretionary, performance based annual cash bonus, restricted stock and a full suite of benefits.
Hours are reasonable and predictable and the environment is collegial, professional and collaborative. They are in the midtown office 4 days a week and 1 day from home. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Rare In-House International Funds Counsel Opportunity
New York, NY
Our client, a publicly traded financial services and asset management firm, is seeking a Director, Associate Counsel, Regulatory & International Legal to report directly to its Head of Regulatory & International Legal.
Unlike many investment management roles that are heavily focused on domestic products, this position offers significant exposure to international funds, UCITS, cross-border regulatory matters, global product initiatives, governance, and strategic legal issues affecting multiple jurisdictions. You will work closely with senior management and colleagues across Ireland, the UK, Japan, and Hong Kong.
The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of investment management, asset management, or funds experience. UCITS experience is a plus, but not required. Candidates with strong mutual fund or broader funds backgrounds who are interested in expanding their international expertise are encouraged to apply.
What makes this role stand out:
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and key business stakeholders
• Sophisticated international regulatory and product work
• Exceptional mentor and manager
• Stable, highly respected organization with long-term growth potential
• Reasonable hours and a collaborative culture
• Compensation of $200K-$225K base, plus bonus, equity, and excellent benefits
The position is based in Midtown Manhattan with a 4-day in-office schedule. If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Public Asset Manager Seeks Compliance & Regulatory Counsel
New York, NY
Our client, a publicly traded financial services company and its affiliated investment advisors located in midtown Manhattan, is seeking a Vice President, Regulatory Compliance Attorney, to work directly with the firm’s Global CCO & Associate General Counsel in a highly visible, strategic role supporting the global compliance program across registered and private fund platforms.
This is not a siloed “check-the-box” compliance position. This role sits at the intersection of legal, regulatory strategy, governance, business advisory, and enterprise risk management, with meaningful exposure to senior leadership and firmwide initiatives. The role reports to the Global CCO and will have 2-3 individuals reporting directly to them and has a clear growth trajectory.
Candidates must have:
- J.D.
- Minimum of 6–8 years of legal and regulatory experience, including significant in-house experience at a sophisticated asset manager and ideally also from a top law firm
- Direct experience working on both registered (’40 Act funds, ETFs, RIAs) and unregistered products (private funds, SMAs, other pooled vehicles)
- Strong working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and Investment Company Act of 1940; familiarity with related regulatory frameworks (e.g., NFA, FINRA, AML)
- Maintains or is willing to obtain relevant FINRA Series licenses including the SIE, Series 7 and Series 24
- Experience managing a broad compliance team or projects with a strong understanding of both regulatory and trading or guideline compliance
- Strong judgment, executive presence and the ability to provide practical, business-oriented guidance in complex regulatory environments is also required.
For experienced investment management attorneys seeking a substantive, intellectually sophisticated platform with real strategic influence and growth potential, this is an exceptional opportunity.
Responsibilities include supporting the Global CCO in overseeing the firm’s global compliance program across registered and unregistered investment vehicles, including U.S. and non‑U.S. advisory activities, directly shaping and supporting new initiatives and key strategic priorities, as both partner and advisor to the business, serving as a mentor and educator within the Compliance team, and assisting with day‑to‑day compliance matters for investment advisers, registered funds, private funds, and other investment structures.
Compensation will consist of a base of $200,000 to $275,000, as well as a discretionary, performance-based annual cash bonus, restricted stock and a full suite of benefits.
Hours are manageable and reasonable and the in-office requirement is 4 days a week in the midtown Manhattan office. If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Renewable Energy Company Seeks Generation Development Counsel
New York, NY
Our client, a premier development, investment, and operating company focused on the North American power and energy infrastructure sector, is seeking a Senior Counsel to provide legal support to the company’s generation development group, with a specific focus on natural gas-fired development projects.
Ideal candidates will have at least 6 years of experience with power generation, energy infrastructure, project development, project finance, EPC/construction, commercial agreements, power and fuel supply agreements, and strategic transactions specifically pertaining to natural gas-fired assets from both a top law firm and in-house.
This role combines deep transactional expertise with hands-on project development support across the full lifecycle of large-scale generation assets. Reporting to the General Counsel, the Senior Counsel will act as a trusted legal advisor to development and investment teams from early-stage project conception through commercialization, permitting, financing, construction, and operation.
This is a highly visible, business-facing role supporting the development of large-scale power generation projects, with a particular focus on natural gas-fired assets. The position offers substantial responsibility and direct involvement across the full project lifecycle, including development, permitting, financing, construction, commercialization, and operations.
Compensation is competitive and will consist of a base of $200,000 to $250,000, as well as a discretionary, performance based annual cash bonus and a full suite of benefits that are 100% paid for by the company. Opportunities for carry may be available in the future.
Hours are manageable and reasonable and the in-office requirement is 3 days a week in the midtown Manhattan office although the culture dictates being in the office at least 4 days a week. If interested, please reach out to Sarah Sleight, ssleight@glslsg.com.
Renewable Energy Company Seeks PE Energy Transactions Counsel
New York, NY
A leading energy and infrastructure investor is seeking an energy M&A/ private equity deal-focused attorney with at least 6 years of experience to join its growing private equity legal team. This is a high-impact, hands-on, high-visibility role working directly with investment professionals on the firm's most consequential and complex transactions, and not just managing outside counsel from a distance, but owning deals alongside the investment team from origination through close.
Reporting to the GC of Private Equity, you will lead and execute M&A, project finance, acquisition finance, structured and tax equity transactions; draft and negotiate key deal documents; and advise on structuring, risk and execution strategy. The role also includes: supporting fund formation and investor matters; managing diligence; and coordinating across internal teams and outside counsel.
The ideal candidate brings a minimum of 6–12 years of M&A/private equity transactional experience with strong exposure to energy and infrastructure deals, a track record of leading complex transactions, and familiarity with project finance and investment structures from a top law firm. Fund formation or tax equity experience is a plus. In-house experience is also a plus but not required. Lawyers from leading energy and infrastructure practices at major law firms will be considered.
This role offers true deal ownership, close partnership with senior leadership, and a clear growth path.
Compensation: $250K–$300K base + bonus + fully paid benefits; potential carry in the future
Location: Midtown Manhattan (hybrid, 3–4 days in office)
If interested, please reach out to Sarah Sleight, ssleight@glslsg.com.
GLS Exclusive: Prestigious NJ Trial Boutique Seeks Litigation Associate
Northern New Jersey
We are working on an exclusive search for our client, an elite litigation boutique in Northern NJ. The firm is eager to hire a highly-motivated, entrepreneurial superstar litigation associate to join its exploding criminal and civil practice. The firm routinely represents major corporations and prominent individuals in top-of-the-news cases. It is proud to take multiple cases to trial each year and can offer talented associates the opportunity to be involved in cases from inception to completion and gain real responsibility from day one. Our search firm is proud that two of our BigLaw candidates were promoted to partnership and the firm is committed to continue to promote from within. This is an outstanding opportunity for litigators who want to get serious trial experience and continue to grow in a truly dynamic practice. For litigators eager to serve as an AUSA, the firm is incredibly well-connected with the DOJ, particularly in NJ and the SDNY, and can help pave the way for that opportunity. Candidates must have a Federal Clerkship, 2+ years of substantive, sophisticated litigation experience at a top firm, and an excellent academic record. NJ bar membership required (NY bar members may waive in). Compensation is highly competitive for both base and bonus. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest at sforrest@glslsg.com.
Top Tier Law Firms – Join the Restructuring Boom
New York, NY
Prominent law firms with destination debtor and creditor practices are eager to add associates with at least 2 years of transactional or litigation experience in insolvency or restructuring. This is the moment for ambitious, well-credentialed and motivated associates to move to some of the busiest and most sought-after insolvency practices. Secure your future in this wave. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest at sforrest@glslsg.com.
Major Financial Institution
New York, NY
Chief Compliance and Senior Compliance Officer positions are available. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest at sforrest@glslsg.com.
