Associate General Counsel (AGC- Funds Attorney)

Atlantic Group; United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent investment management firm is seeking an Associate General Counsel to oversee legal matters related to fund management, including preparing, reviewing, and negotiating fund-related agreements. This role requires a strong background in investment management law and at least 3-5 years of experience in a relevant legal environment, such as a major law firm. The successful candidate will work closely with various teams to ensure compliance and provide effective legal guidance, based in New York.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in an investment management group or private fund formation.
• Strong familiarity with Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and Investment Company Act of 1940.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and negotiate fund-related agreements.
• Oversee corporate and fund-related legal matters.
• Collaborate with various teams for legal support.

Skills

Investment management law

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Outstanding academic credentials

Job description

Associate General Counsel (AGC- Funds Attorney)

Base Pay

$250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

Position Summary

The Associate General Counsel will work closely with the GC and outside counsel to advise on various legal matters relating to the activities of the firm and the investment funds managed by the firm. In particular, the AGC will oversee all fund‑related matters, which includes work on various types of investment vehicles. The AGC may be based in New York.

Responsibilities

• Work either alone or with outside counsel (as appropriate) on preparing, reviewing, and negotiating all fund‑related agreements, including PPMs, IMAs, subscription documents, onshore/offshore feeder documents, LLC and partnership agreements, side letters, service provider agreements and related documentation
• Oversee all corporate, investment management, and fund‑related legal matters, including the negotiation of investment management agreements, management company corporate governance, fund offering and marketing issues, and general legal matters
• Oversee all offshore fund governance matters, including drafting board materials and minutes
• Work in conjunction with Chief Compliance Officer on fund regulatory filings and provide other related legal and regulatory support
• Collaborate with and support the firm’s Investment, Operations, Tax, Accounting and Marketing Teams to ensure the firm’s legal needs are being met with responsive legal guidance
• Work with the in‑house paralegals to manage the firm’s various legal entities

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic credentials
• 3-5 years in an investment management group at a major international law firm or handling private fund formation work at a large complex investment manager
• Strong familiarity with Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and other regulations

Location: New York