Attorney, LATAM Funds and Distribution - Vice President

iCapital; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-matched retirement plan

100% employer-paid healthcare

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

iCapital is seeking a Vice President to join the Legal team to focus on Latin American markets and distribution. This role supports investment product offerings across U.S. and Latin American jurisdictions, advising on complex cross-border distribution and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in fund formation, a strong understanding of securities regulations, and ideally Spanish proficiency. The position offers a salary between $180,000 and $220,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of fund formation experience within the investment management space.
• Strong knowledge of relevant U.S. securities laws and Latin American regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with offshore fund structures and international private placement requirements.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements with distribution agents ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Advise on legal implications of offering new products.
• Coordinate with local counsel on regulatory matters.

Skills

Fund formation experience

Knowledge of U.S. and Latin American regulations

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Member in good standing of Florida Bar

Job description

Attorney, LATAM Funds and Distribution - Vice President

US FL - Miami

About the Role

iCapital is seeking a Vice President to join the Legal team with a primary focus on Latin American markets and distribution. This role will support iCapital’s offering of investment products across both U.S. and Latin American jurisdictions, advising on complex cross‑border distribution matters, Latin American investment product offering rules, and international regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in U.S. and non‑U.S. broker‑dealer distribution issues, U.S. and Latin American securities regulations for private funds, and preferably Spanish language proficiency to effectively serve our growing Latin American client base. This position requires navigating the intersection of U.S. securities laws and Latin American regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions including Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and other key markets in the region.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements with Latin American distribution agents ensuring compliance with both U.S. and local market regulations.
• Advise on the legal implications of offering new and existing products and services, including private funds, exchange‑traded notes and local Latin American structures.
• Coordinate with local counsel across Latin American jurisdictions on regulatory matters, fund formation work, and compliance issues specific to each market.
• Draft and review private fund offering materials, partnership agreements, and other private fund legal documentation.
• Review and negotiate side letters, subscription agreements, and investor documentation for Latin American institutional and high‑net‑worth clients.
• Support client relationship development and business expansion initiatives in key Latin American markets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of fund formation experience within the investment management space
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and FINRA regulations
• Working knowledge of Latin American fund offering rules and regulatory frameworks for private funds and other products
• Experience with offshore fund structures, Regulation D offerings, and international private placement requirements
• Member in good standing of Florida Bar, another state or jurisdiction
• Law firm or in‑house experience at an asset management firm or broker dealer is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Willingness to learn new topics and work in an evolving business environment
• Organized and detail‑oriented with big‑picture capability

The base salary range for this role is $180,000 to $220,000. iCapital offers a compensation package which includes salary, equity for all full‑time employees, and an annual performance bonus. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an employer‑matched retirement plan, generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer‑paid dental, vision, telemedicine, and virtual mental health counseling, parental leave, and unlimited paid time off (PTO).

Employees in this role will work in the office Monday‑Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday.

iCapital is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.