Counsel - Registered Funds Attorney

Henderson Scott US; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 455,000 - 570,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott US in New York, NY seeks a Counsel-level attorney for its ETF and Registered Funds practice. This role advises investment advisers, fund sponsors, boards, and financial institutions on formation, operation, regulation, and ongoing compliance of registered funds and ETFs.

The position blends client service with complex regulatory work in a leading financial services firm. Candidates will have a J.D.

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission to a U.S. state bar.
• Significant experience representing ETFs, registered investment companies, investment advisers, or fund sponsors.
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Company Act and SEC regulatory framework.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage matters and interact directly with sophisticated clients.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the Investment Company Act, Investment Advisers Act, SEC rules, and related regulatory requirements.
• Advise on the formation, launch, restructuring, and ongoing operation of ETFs, mutual funds, and other registered funds.
• Draft and review fund documents, including registration statements, offering materials, advisory and distribution agreements, and board materials.
• Advise fund boards and investment advisers on governance, compliance, disclosure, and regulatory matters.
• Handle SEC filings, exemptive relief matters, and other regulatory issues affecting registered funds.
• Manage matters independently while working directly with senior attorneys and clients.
• Support client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the registered funds practice.

Skills

ETF expertise

Independent client interaction

Regulatory compliance

Education

J.D.

Job description

Counsel - ETF & Registered Funds Attorney
Hybrid | NYC | $455,000 - $570,000

A leading financial services law firm is seeking a Counsel-level attorney to join its ETF and Registered Funds practice. This attorney will work closely with investment advisers, fund sponsors, boards, and other financial institutions on the formation, operation, regulation, and ongoing compliance of registered investment companies and ETFs.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the Investment Company Act, Investment Advisers Act, SEC rules, and related regulatory requirements.
• Advise on the formation, launch, restructuring, and ongoing operation of ETFs, mutual funds, and other registered funds.
• Draft and review fund documents, including registration statements, offering materials, advisory and distribution agreements, and board materials.
• Advise fund boards and investment advisers on governance, compliance, disclosure, and regulatory matters.
• Handle SEC filings, exemptive relief matters, and other regulatory issues affecting registered funds.
• Manage matters independently while working directly with senior attorneys and clients.
• Support client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the registered funds practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission to a U.S. state bar.
• Significant experience representing ETFs, registered investment companies, investment advisers, or fund sponsors.
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Company Act and SEC regulatory framework.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage matters and interact directly with sophisticated clients.

Desired Skills and Experience

etf, registered funds, investment management