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Principal Legal Counsel

SS&C Technologies, Inc.
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k), stock options
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Oct 20, 2026

SS&C is a leading provider of mission-critical, AI-powered technology and services empowering financial services and healthcare organizations to work smarter, faster, and securely. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices worldwide. More than 23,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

Job Description

Title: Principal Legal Counsel

Location: Denver, CO or Boston, MA | Hybrid

About the Role

Supports Investment Company Act of 1940 ('40 Act) fund governance and registration matters for open-end and closed-end funds. Provides legal administration services to SS&C clients. Prepares and negotiates fund-related agreements as needed.

Why Join SS&C

SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industryexpertiseto support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, andoperatesolutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.

You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Provide advice and expertise on investment adviser, mutual fund, ETF and closed-end fund legal matters.
  • Prepare and oversee production of various mutual fund, ETF and closed-end fund regulatory filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including registration statements on Form N-1A and Form N-2.
  • Prepare and oversee production of materials for '40 Act fund board meetings and attend board meetings and draft minutes.
  • Collaborate with paralegal teams in providing legal administration services. May supervise one or more paralegals depending on experience.
  • Prepare and review advisory, transfer agency and fund administration agreements.
  • Monitor and report on regulatory developments.
  • Other duties as assigned from time to time.

RequiredExperience:

  • Juris Doctorate
  • 10+ years of experience at a law firm or financial services firm focusing on Advisers Act and '40 Act practice.
  • Ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously.
  • Ability to work with little supervision.
  • Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
  • Experience with AI platforms a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong ability to communicate with internal and external clients.
  • Must be willing to work on site a minimum of 6 days/month

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Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.


SS&C Technologies offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; and professional development reimbursement opportunity. Actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, prior experience, education, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Colorado: The expected base salary for the position is between $160,000 USD to $215,000 USD. Massachusetts: The expected base salary for the position is between $160,000 USD to $215,000 USD. In addition, employees in this role may be eligible for consideration on an annual basis for a discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based upon individual and business performance at the company's discretion.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

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