Senior Registered Funds Content Lead

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Registered Funds Content Lawyer to develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy focused on innovative registered funds products and regulatory developments shaping the space.

The role requires practitioner-level expertise in the Investment Company Act of 1940, SEC rulemaking, and related exemptive relief practices, with hands-on fund formation and governance experience driving editorial voice for the firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in investment management, securities regulation, or a closely related practice area.
• Expertise in the Investment Company Act of 1940 and SEC regulations.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with publication-ready work.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a forward-looking editorial calendar covering key topics in the registered funds space.
• Translate complex legal and regulatory concepts into clear, polished prose for sophisticated readers.
• Maintain rigorous editorial standards, ensuring accuracy and consistency of voice.
• Manage end-to-end editorial workflow from topic identification to publication.

Skills

Investment management

Securities regulation

Regulatory writing

Editorial strategy

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Registered Funds Content Lawyer to develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy focused on innovative registered funds products and regulatory developments shaping the space.

The role requires practitioner-level expertise in the Investment Company Act of 1940, SEC rulemaking, and related exemptive relief practices, with hands-on fund formation and governance experience driving editorial voice for the firm.