VP Associate Counsel

Operating in a fast-paced, innovative and commercially minded Legal Department, this position provides legal support on a wide range of registered fund matters and assists with various projects as needed (e.g., corporate, investment adviser, private fund, global fund, real estate, etc.). The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can prioritize and work on multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Provides timely and high-quality legal services and advice to senior management on a variety of investment related legal issues.
• Partners with business leaders and external constituents to facilitate new investment management product development and addresses legal and regulatory issues.
• Assists with the launch of new investment companies or similar securities by providing legal advice and guidance.
• Drafts and files SEC regulatory filings, including registration statements on Forms N-1A and N-2, and provides legal input on Form N-CSR, Form N-PORT, etc.
• Monitors and ensures legal and regulatory compliance in connection with all investment company, investment adviser and broker-dealer related activity.
• Assists in the review of ISDA agreements and other derivatives-related agreements.
• Drafts, negotiates and reviews various agreements related to the firm’s Investment Company Act-registered pooled investment vehicles, including distribution-related agreements and fund service provider agreements.
• Facilitates excellent communication and cooperation with fund Trustees and their counsel.
• Maintains a proactive approach in helping to identify and minimize risks to the organization.
• Supervises assigned staff (hire, assign, train, counsel, evaluate, motivate and develop assigned staff).
• Stays current on legal rules and legislation, specifically the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and other investment company and broker-dealer regulations.
• Coordinates with the Compliance Department to provide legal analysis and advice in connection with the ongoing development of procedures, the resolution of potential compliance issues and the conduct of regulatory examinations.
• Serves as a member of key organizational and operational committees as required.
• Conducts legal research on a variety of topics.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and admitted to practice law in at least one state with top academic credentials required.
• 10+ years of legal experience practicing law, with significant emphasis on registered investment companies, asset management, and 1940 Act expertise.
• Experience with listed and unlisted closed end funds, interval and tender offer funds, and exchange traded funds.
• Experience structuring products in alternative asset classes is preferred.
• Ability to interact independently with all levels of management.
• Well organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent research and drafting skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and tremendous organizational skills.
• Superb oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated use of AI in day-to-day legal work.
• Familiarity with Diligent board book software is a plus.

Pay

The estimated base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $220,000. Additionally, this position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and employer-paid short and long-term disability).
• Retirement benefits (401(k) and profit sharing).
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Other wellness benefits.