AVP, Mutual Fund Attorney

Voya Financial

7d • Remote

About The Position

Voya Investment Management is seeking an Attorney (AVP, Counsel) to join its sophisticated, dynamic mutual funds legal practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years of experience advising on matters arising under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. This role is responsible for providing legal advice and oversight for Voya mutual funds, their affiliated service providers (including the adviser and distributor), and the funds’ Board of Trustees, with a high degree of independence, judgment, and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor required.
• Minimum of four years of legal experience, preferably in the legal department of an investment management organization or in a securities or transactional practice focused on investment products and regulation.
• Strong relationship‑management skills and ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to deliver clear, concise, and well‑organized legal advice and written work.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively oversee and collaborate with paralegals and other legal professionals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and remote collaboration platforms such as Teams and Zoom.
• Reliable, self‑directed, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze issues arising under federal securities laws and provide practical legal advice to business partners.
• Assist in the oversight of regulatory disclosure, filings, and interactions with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
• Provide legal support for Management’s work with the Board of Trustees.
• Assist in the oversight and conduct of Board meetings.
• Prepare and/or lead the preparation of Board memoranda, resolutions, minutes, service provider contracts, and fund charter documents.
• Support Management’s compliance function and related governance activities.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• 401(k) Savings plan – with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
• Voya Retirement Plan – employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Paid time off – including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
• Paid volunteer time — 40 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level