Legal
About The Position
We are a small team of experienced lawyers responsible for managing the complex legal and regulatory needs of the firm on a global basis. We are seeking an entrepreneurial, business-minded investment management lawyer to join our team to provide proactive legal advice to our institutional asset management business. The lawyer who fills this position will be a key contributor to the firm on a wide variety of legal and business matters and will provide direct, day-to-day support to the firm and key business groups such as trading/portfolio management, investment services, client operations, relationship management and business development. We believe strongly in professional growth, development, and mentoring.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree, currently licensed to practice law
- 7+ years of investment management legal and regulatory experience, primarily at an established investment manager or in an investment management practice at a large law firm
- An understanding of the laws, rules and regulations applicable to investment managers
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion
- Comfortable being the primary contact on legal-related inquiries
- Is an experienced asset management attorney
- Works independently, drives projects forward, and escalates appropriately
- Is a self-starter that works proactively and thinks both strategically and tactically
- Identifies opportunities to improve existing processes and procedures
- Is able to work in a dynamic environment and prioritize under tight deadlines and high standards
- Maintains a superior work ethic, strong analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail
- Has excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and is able to work collaboratively
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day legal and regulatory advice to business groups and collaborate with stakeholders on firm-wide projects and initiatives
- Proactively monitor global regulatory developments and devise internal and external communication and implementation strategies
- Provide general corporate advice and support as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
