Structured Finance Attorney

We are seeking a Structured & Investment Fund Counsel to provide expert legal advice and support to our clients in private and registered investment funds, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international fund regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading fund managers on fund formation, governance, and regulatory compliance, shaping investment strategies and documentation across diverse structures.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating fund formation documents, offering memoranda, investment management agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Providing legal guidance on SEC registration, fund governance, and compliance with the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) and UCITS frameworks.
• Collaborating with internal teams, fund managers, and external counsel on fund structuring, compliance reviews, and audits.
• Managing legal and regulatory issues for clients in private equity, hedge funds, and registered investment funds.
• Staying ahead of industry trends, fund regulations, and global compliance developments to provide proactive counsel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in investment fund formation, structuring, and governance.
• Strong knowledge of SEC regulations, AIFMD, UCITS, and partnership structures (LP/GP).
• Proven track record of advising clients on fund formation, offering documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent and licensed to practice law in an applicable jurisdiction.

Skills

• Experience with international fund structures and cross-border compliance.
• Hands-on experience supporting fund audits, SEC filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Familiarity with alternative investment products, private equity, and hedge fund operations.

Pay

The estimated total compensation for this full-time attorney role is $104,500–325,000 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities and tools.

About Axiom

For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with a blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools. We deliver innovative solutions across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71% and Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (industry average NPS is +35%). Join our forward-thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi-faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.