Vice President, Fund Formation Attorney, Private Credit

Macquarie Global Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing leave day

Parental leave

Volunteer leave

Insurance coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Macquarie Asset Management is seeking a Legal Vice President to support fundraising and fund establishment for the Credit & Insurance business in the United States. You will work primarily on 3(c)(7) funds and separate managed accounts, with exposure to evergreen funds, structured vehicles, and regulated investment products.

The role requires 3-7 years of legal experience in investment management, deep fund-launch expertise, and strong ability to interface with C-level executives.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years' legal experience in the investment management space.
• Deep experience with launching, maintaining and advising on 3(c)(7) funds, ideally in private credit.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising and fund establishment for the Credit & Insurance business in the US.
• Work on 3(c)(7) funds and separate managed accounts; support alts-to-wealth offerings.
• Handle general corporate matters, marketing and distribution, and special projects.

Skills

Legal experience

3(c)(7) funds

Advisers Act knowledge

Regulatory familiarity

Multitasking

Executive communication

Job description

Macquarie Asset Management is searching for a Legal Vice President to work in its Credit and Insurance business, covering private credit funds, credit platforms and alternative investments to wealth products.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

As Legal Vice President, you will support fundraising and fund establishment for the Credit & Insurance business as it grows in the US. You will work primarily on 3(c)(7) funds and separate managed accounts, as well as supporting the platform on its alts-to-wealth offering with registered and unregistered investment companies. The products you will work on will range from traditional closed-ended funds to evergreen funds and more liquid products, as well as structured investment vehicles into our credit platform. Additionally, you will work on general corporate matters, marketing and distribution of our products, and special projects.

Salary range for this position: $260,000 - $300,000/Year. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. You may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. You can further read about the full spectrum of benefits we offer our people listed below.

What you offer

• 3-7 years' legal experience in the investment management space.
• Deep experience with launching, maintaining and advising on 3(c)(7) funds, ideally in the private credit sector.
• Knowledge of the Advisers Act and regulation pertaining to private funds in the US is expected.
• Experience of more liquid or evergreen products is preferable, as is knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, US federal securities laws, and the financial services industry in general.
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, across multiple teams within a growing organization.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with C-level executives and department heads regularly.

What we offer

At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave
• 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing such as medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account and dependent day care savings account; life insurance, disability, and other insurance plans; 401(k) and short/long term disability
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Recognition and service awards
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Macquarie Asset Management

Macquarie Asset Management is a leading global asset manager, trusted by institutions, individuals and communities to responsibly manage $A720 billion in assets. MAM provides clients with a diverse range of investment solutions that seek to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns.

All figures as at 30 September 2025, excluding assets acquired by Nomura on 1 December 2025.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an accommodation, please let us know during the application process.