Registered Funds Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Francisco seeks a Registered Funds Attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join the Asset Management Group. The successful candidate will provide counsel on registered investment companies and their advisers, ensuring compliance with applicable securities laws.

The role involves fund formation, registration, drafting and reviewing documents such as prospectuses, and representing clients before regulators.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience as a Registered Funds Attorney.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in ethical use of artificial intelligence technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on registered investment companies and advisers.
• Advise on fund formation, registration, and compliance.
• Draft and review legal documents, including prospectuses and reports.
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws and industry trends.
• Advise on compliance with securities laws, including the Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Represent clients in interactions with regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address legal issues.
• Provide expertise in related practices, such as mergers and acquisitions.
• Train and guide junior attorneys and legal staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Legal research

Client relationship building

Education

J.D. degree

Bar admission

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Registered Funds Attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join their Asset Management Group in San Francisco. The successful candidate will provide legal advice on matters related to registered investment companies and their advisers, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel on registered investment companies and advisers.
• Advise on fund formation, registration, and compliance.
• Draft and review legal documents, including prospectuses and reports.
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws and industry trends.
• Advise on compliance with securities laws, including the Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Represent clients in interactions with regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address legal issues.
• Provide expertise in related practices, such as mergers and acquisitions.
• Train and guide junior attorneys and legal staff.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience as a Registered Funds Attorney.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in ethical use of artificial intelligence technologies preferred.

Education

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Effective communication of complex legal concepts.
• Strong research and problem-solving abilities.
• Relationship-building with clients and colleagues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development.