Associate General Counsel - Mutual Funds

Larson Maddox; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox represents a leading global investment management firm in search of an experienced attorney to join its legal team as Associate General Counsel focused on registered investment products. You will advise mutual funds and related products, partnering with senior leadership, compliance, product development, operations, and investment teams.

The role offers exposure to fund governance, regulatory developments, product launches, and strategic initiatives across a sophisticated asset

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active U.S. state bar membership in good standing.
• Approximately 6+ years of experience in a top law firm, asset manager, or financial institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on matters involving U.S. registered investment companies (mutual funds, closed-end funds).
• Advise fund boards and assist with governance and director engagement.
• Interpret and apply the Investment Company Act of 1940 and related securities laws.
• Support development, launch, restructuring and ongoing management of investment products.
• Review agreements with service providers, distribution, fund operations, and related activities.
• Coordinate with compliance and business stakeholders on regulatory developments and changes.
• Assist with regulatory filings, disclosures, and fund communications.

Skills

Law degree

Bar admission

Fund governance

Regulatory knowledge

Drafting & negotiation

Stakeholder management

Independent management

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

A leading global investment management firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its legal team as an Associate General Counsel focused on registered investment products. This role will serve as a key legal advisor to the firm's mutual fund and closed-end fund business, partnering closely with senior leadership, compliance, product development, operations, and investment teams.

The position offers significant exposure to fund governance, regulatory developments, product launches, and strategic initiatives across a sophisticated asset management platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on matters involving U.S. registered investment companies, including mutual funds, closed-end funds, and related investment products.
• Advise fund boards and assist with board meeting preparation, materials, governance matters, and ongoing director engagement.
• Interpret and provide guidance regarding the Investment Company Act of 1940 and other applicable federal securities laws.
• Support the development, launch, restructuring, and ongoing management of investment products.
• Review and negotiate agreements involving service providers, distribution arrangements, fund operations, and other business activities.
• Partner with compliance and business stakeholders to assess regulatory developments and implement necessary changes.
• Assist with regulatory filings, disclosures, shareholder communications, and fund documentation.
• Support strategic initiatives and provide practical legal solutions to business and operational challenges.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and regulatory agencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• Approximately 6+ years of legal experience gained within a leading law firm, asset manager, investment adviser, or financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, Investment Advisers Act of 1940, and related securities regulations.
• Prior experience advising registered investment funds and fund boards is highly preferred.
• Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex legal matters while collaborating across multiple business functions.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting mutual funds, interval funds, closed-end funds, ETFs, or other registered investment products.
• Familiarity with SEC examinations, regulatory inquiries, and fund disclosure requirements.
• Knowledge of distribution, intermediary, transfer agency, and fund servicing arrangements.
• Exposure to asset management product development and fund governance matters.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a highly regarded asset management organization with a long-term investment focus.
• Work directly with senior business leaders and fund boards.
• Broad exposure to sophisticated registered fund products and strategic initiatives.
• Collegial environment with strong internal mobility and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.