Assistant Vice President, Senior Associate Counsel - CorporatePosition SummaryFocus is seeking a well‑rounded corporate attorney to join our in‑house Legal team as Assistant Vice President, Senior Associate Counsel – Corporate. Reporting to Focus' Deputy General Counsel/Head of Legal – Corporate, this role will help drive execution and deliver polished work product across the corporate legal function, including corporate governance and board processes, equity matters, corporate treasury/financing and securities‑related work, and other corporate initiatives as needed. The work is high‑impact and requires strong judgment, responsiveness, and precision. The ideal candidate combines strong drafting and organizational skills with proactive issue‑spotting, attention to detail, and the ability to manage shifting priorities without sacrificing quality.This role can be located in New York, NY; St. Louis, MO; Boston, MA.Primary ResponsibilitiesCorporate Governance & Board / Committee SupportDraft and maintain corporate governance records (e.g., consents, minutes, resolutions) and related corporate books/files.Prepare and quality‑check Board and Committee materials, including PowerPoint presentations and supporting documentation.Maintain and update key organizational and governance documents, including amendments to organizational documents, director and officer appointments and related approvals.Coordinate governance cadence and logistics, including tracking when approvals are needed, managing timelines and action items, and administering the board portal (experience with Boardvantage a plus).Equity Plan Administration & Equity DocumentationManage equity matters, including equity transfers, co‑investment agreements and coordinate preparation of related approvals.Partner with Human Resources and Finance teams to execute and administer equity‑related actions accurately and timely, including through applicable equity administration platforms.Maintain and update equity plan documentation, templates, and supporting materials; assist with periodic updates and communications.Coordinate financing and securities‑related matters and transactions, including internal coordination and preparation of approvals and deliverables.Manage the legal workstream for financing and securities‑related matters by coordinating internal inputs, tracking deliverables, and reviewing drafts prepared by outside counsel (including synthesizing comments and coordinating responses).Maintain recurring monthly charts/trackers and other supporting materials required under debt documents, and help coordinate ongoing compliance and reporting deliverables.Intellectual Property Portfolio & Communications SupportHelp manage Focus' overall intellectual property and brand portfolio, including maintaining records and supporting related processes.Review select corporate communications and brand‑related materials in partnership with internal stakeholders, as needed.QualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school.Admitted and in good standing in all jurisdictions of admission.3+ years of relevant experience at a major law firm (corporate/M&A, finance, or similar) and/or in‑house supporting corporate legal matters.Demonstrated strength in corporate drafting and issue‑spotting, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, practical written work product.Experience supporting corporate governance, including drafting/reviewing minutes, consents, and resolutions and preparing board/committee materials, strongly preferred.High proficiency in PowerPoint and strong writing skills, including the ability to produce polished, board‑audience materials.Comfort using Boardvantage (or similar board portal software) and Carta (or similar equity administration platforms) is a plus.Experience with financing and/or securities matters is a plus.Familiarity with intellectual property/brand portfolio support and/or review of corporate communications is a plus.Proactive, hard‑working, and able to manage competing priorities, take ownership of matters (with appropriate supervision), and drive action items to completion in a fast‑paced environment.Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and sound judgment, including the ability to maintain confidentiality and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the business.This position is an exempt position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $150,000–$185,000 base salary compensation range. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate's experience and education.About Focus Financial PartnersFocus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client‑first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visitwww.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company onLinkedIn .Equal Employment Opportunity StatementFocus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate's skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.Disability AccommodationsFocus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@focuspartners.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr