Legal Associate

GCM Grosvenor • Chicago, IL

13d • $90,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the Legal/Compliance department, the individual in this position will work closely with GCM Grosvenor’s marketing team and other departments to ensure GCM Grosvenor documents are prepared within its established guidelines. The position will be primarily responsible for reviewing various prospective client deliverables and other similar materials – including marketing materials, responses to RFPs and RFIs, reports and correspondence from – to ensure adherence to applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including SEC, CFTC, FINRA, and NFA, as well as industry “best practices.” As an onsite/hybrid employee, you are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a proven record of academic success.
• 3 years of experience working in a similar or related position.
• Aptitude and desire to work in a legal/compliance role in a client-driven environment within the alternative investment space is required.
• Interest in gaining knowledge of relevant regulatory rules and regulations—including SEC Advisers Act and FINRA rules relating to promotional materials and client reporting.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word is required.
• Ability to leverage technology (including AI) to enhance and streamline processes and reviews.
• Take-charge, entrepreneurial attitude requiring minimal guidance with the ability to exercise integrity and sound judgment.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, with last minute requests often under tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work extended hours to meet deadlines, and, when necessary, having a daily work schedule that begins later in the day and continues into the evening because of the timing of receipt of materials requiring review.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships and influence others on important matters.
• Initiative to ask questions and proactively anticipate issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to make a persuasive argument to both individuals and groups.
• Ability to interact with all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated team player; good work ethic.
• Willingness to take ownership and initiative of a project/objective.
• Desire to work in dynamic, entrepreneurial organization.
• Series 7, 24, and 63 licensing or the ability to obtain such licensing within 6 months of being requested to do so.

Nice To Haves

• Any advanced degrees are a plus.
• The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, intellectually curious professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values precision, practicality, and teamwork.
• They will bring an ownership mindset, a high level of integrity, and a collaborative approach to partnering with colleagues across all levels of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the marketing team and provide review of all materials within a tight timeframe.
• Review and edit prospective client deliverables and other similar materials, including marketing materials, responses to RFPs and RFIs, reports, and correspondence.
• Interact with legal/compliance team and colleagues throughout GCM Grosvenor to help resolve potential issues.
• Ensure internal consistency of form, data and content.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory (SEC, CFTC, FINRA, etc.) rules and regulations.
• Assist with other compliance and legal tasks, as appropriate.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.
• Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan.
• Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees