Associate - Investment Funds Regulatory

Norm•New York City, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Norm Law, an affiliated AI-native full-service law firm, is seeking an inquisitive and energetic attorney to join its Investment Companies Practice. The Associate will advise on the formation, registration, compliance, and governance of registered investment companies, investment advisers, and independent directors, working closely with private fund formation, tax, and registered funds teams. The role provides access to bespoke AI agents developed by Norm’s software and legal engineers, and involves practicing alongside experienced lawyers in a technology-enabled environment. The position is a full-time attorney role based in New York City with a hybrid work model and an in-office expectation of four to five days per week. Norm expects team members to use AI practically in their day-to-day work and candidates should be ready to discuss concrete examples of AI tools, workflows, and outcomes during interviews. Prior AI or technical experience is not required.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent.
Admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Four to six years of investment funds regulatory experience.
Hands-on experience with Marketing Rule reviews and SEC examinations, with the ability to discuss both in detail.
Strong drafting and communication skills.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Interest in applying technology to enhance traditional deal workflows.
Practical, hands-on use of AI in day-to-day work and ability to discuss specific tools, workflows, and outcomes during the interview process.

Responsibilities

Use AI agents to generate, compare, and redline Form ADV registrations and other regulatory filings.
Review marketing materials, pitch decks, and performance presentations against the Marketing Rule, and advise on track record and portability questions.
Work with private fund formation and tax teams on live fund launches and advise on regulatory implications of adviser M&A and spin-outs.
Represent investment advisers through SEC examinations, document requests, and follow-up, including review of materials concerning valuation, conflicts, fees and expenses, and marketing.
Demonstrate to clients how AI-assisted workflows can improve accuracy, transparency, and turnaround.
Collaborate with technology teams to improve the efficiency of regulatory workflows using AI.
Support deal teams with AI-enabled review and drafting, manage deal components, and lead AI-augmented workstreams in live transactions.