Fractional CLO for Private Funds & Fund Structuring

SwiftLaw; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 240,000; Part time

Job summary

A compliance-focused investment fund platform is seeking a fractional Chief Legal Officer to oversee legal matters regarding fund formation. This role involves advising on fund structures, ensuring regulatory compliance, reviewing offering documents, and addressing complex fund structures. Ideal candidates have significant experience in private funds law, strong analytical skills, and a JD with New York Bar admission. The expected commitment is approximately 10 hours per week, allowing for flexibility.

Qualifications

• Senior experience in private funds law and regulatory structuring.
• Ability to exercise sound legal judgment on complex fund matters.
• Strong knowledge of fund governance and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and approve fund structures relying on exemptions from registration under the Investment Company Act.
• Oversee the structuring of securities offerings for private funds.
• Review and approve private placement memoranda to ensure compliance with U.S. securities law.

Skills

Senior experience in private funds law and regulatory structuring

Ability to exercise sound legal judgment on complex fund matters

Strong knowledge of fund governance and regulatory frameworks

Experience overseeing legal risk in structured or systems-driven environments

Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to the New York Bar (preferred)

Job description

A compliance-focused investment fund platform is seeking a fractional Chief Legal Officer to oversee legal matters regarding fund formation. This role involves advising on fund structures, ensuring regulatory compliance, reviewing offering documents, and addressing complex fund structures. Ideal candidates have significant experience in private funds law, strong analytical skills, and a JD with New York Bar admission. The expected commitment is approximately 10 hours per week, allowing for flexibility.