Description:
Overview:An Investment Advisory Firm is a global credit manager with approximately $21.4 billion in assets under management. Our platform is well-established with a 20+ year track record of strong returns through investments in the global credit and real estate related markets. We are currently looking for a Fund Counsel to serve as a key member of our Legal Team, based in New York.
Responsibilities:
- Negotiating limited partnership agreements, side letter agreements, placement agreements, and other investment management related contracts
- Supporting the preparation and updating of offering documents associated with private fund offerings and providing related advice on legal and regulatory issues
- Advising on the various rules and regulations applicable to private fund offerings, including Regulation D, bad actor certifications, ERISA and investor qualification requirements
- Reviewing and advising on matters related to MNPI procedures and related trading issues
- Addressing ad-hoc legal questions from internal business partners
- Cultivating and promoting relationships with key business partners and fostering and promoting a culture of compliance
Qualifications:
- JD required
- 5-10 years of legal experience in a large law firm setting
- Strong knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act, the Investment Company Act and the Securities Exchange Act
- Must have excellent attention to detail across all endeavors as the ability to accurately draft documentation and to supervise outside counsel's precision in drafting is essential
- Should have solid understanding of the full lifecycle of closed-end funds, the significant events of open-ended funds and the sub-advisory arrangements related to various managed accounts
- Excellent soft skills, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability and desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced and demanding environment
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
