Missouri Secretary of State

Jefferson City, Missouri

The Missouri Securities Division, part of the Office of the Secretary of State, serves as the state’s trusted watchdog for the securities industry. Through our four key sections—Registration, Examinations, Enforcement, and Investor Education—we protect Missouri investors and ensure integrity in the financial marketplace. Our nearly 20-person team regulates both registered and unregistered securities activities across the state and beyond.

If you’re an attorney who thrives at the intersection of law, finance, and public service—and you’re ready to lead with purpose—this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on Missouri’s financial landscape.



Job Number:  01-251106-01: Chief Counsel


Company Name:  Missouri Secretary of State


As Chief Counsel, you’ll serve as the senior legal advisor to the Commissioner of Securities and the Division’s leadership team. You’ll provide strategic legal guidance, manage complex regulatory issues, and help shape the future of securities regulation in Missouri. This position combines deep legal analysis with real-world leadership and policy influence.
 
Job Functions and General Responsibilities:
• Deep understanding of Missouri civil and administrative procedure.
• Demonstrated leadership ability—or a genuine willingness to grow in that area—with an emphasis on emotional intelligence and active listening. The ideal candidate values collaboration and fosters trust in their team.
• Strong background in drafting, reviewing, and refining pleadings and other legal documents.
• Exceptional legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with internal stakeholders, industry professionals, and outside counsel.
• Sound judgment, independence, and a proactive approach to problem-solving within the Division’s policy framework.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to balance priorities effectively.
 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Solid understanding of Missouri civil and administrative procedure.
• Experience with drafting, editing and proofing pleading and other court documents.
• Strong legal research skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, with internal and external parties, including outside attorneys and financial institutions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives of the Division.
• Possess excellent organizational and time-management skills and have the ability to prioritize work effectively.


Qualifications:
• JD from a US ABA-accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Missouri.
• 5+ years relevant experience, either at a law firm, or combined at a law firm and in-house at a financial services firm.

 

Interested Parties/How to Apply:     

Please apply on our website at: https://sosmo.applicantpro.com/jobs/3904251

Questions? Call Lisa Kauffman at 573-526-7319