Summer Associate, Legal

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.