Managing Director, Deputy General Counsel - Legal

Antares • Chicago, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced credit fund attorney who is a collaborative team player in a legal transactional and management capacity. You will report to the Chief Legal Officer and you will support Antares as a senior leader on its Legal and Compliance Team, assisting with both transactional and operational matters related to supporting Antares as a Private Credit asset manager. Additionally, you will provide legal counsel and direction to the business, its leadership, and employees on these activities and other specific projects or inquiries. You will be one of three Deputy General Counsels who will work alongside the Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Legal Officer in comprising the Legal and Compliance leadership team, that is responsible for managing Antares' Legal and Compliance risk. Your responsibilities will also include supervising senior attorneys (currently two), overseeing one or more paralegals, and leading legal efforts for supporting the Asset Management and Capital Solutions business. You will also serve as a leader at Antares, contributing to the company's strategic objectives, mentoring colleagues within the Legal and Compliance Team and across the organization. Given the dynamic nature of Antares’ priorities, we seek flexible and innovative team members who can work independently and deliver results that meet business needs while effectively managing risk. You will be expected to proactively identify emerging legal and regulatory developments that may impact Antares’ transactions and operations, collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely compliance and strategic alignment. You will also play a key role in developing policies and procedures that promote best practices, fostering a culture of integrity and transparency throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate in Law required (preferably licensed in IL or NY)
• Proven knowledge and experience in fund formation and management, SMAs, Co-investment and other contractual programs, CLOs, and the regulation of registered investment advisers.
• Comprehensive knowledge of US laws and regulations applicable to investment advisers, including the Investment Advisers Act and the Investment Company Act of 1940
• At least 15-20 years law firm and/or in-house experience with relevant experience in the asset management industry and a demonstrated understanding of and experience in private credit
• Experience leading transactions, with a well-developed understanding of complex corporate structures
• Ability to identify legal issues, propose solutions, and raise significant issues to firm leadership and to clearly translate sophisticated legal/regulatory issues to a business audience
• Ability to lead and contribute to cross-functional teams and outside counsel and be responsible for complex projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong legal drafting skills; ability to multi-task
• Strong work ethic; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook or comparable software application (SharePoint experience preferred, but not required)
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
• Comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to reference verifications, background check and drug screening (note that Antares does not test for THC).

Nice To Haves

• SharePoint experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Asset Management/Capital Solutions: Work closely with the business teams directly and manage and/or oversee others working on legal and compliance matters related to (i) the development and creation of new private credit funds, separately managed accounts, and co-investments; work with the business’ Structuring Team and outside counsel to draft and negotiate offering documents, fund formation documents, side letters and leverage and subscription facilities; (ii) structuring, issuing, and managing CLOs and other structured products; (iii) along with members of Antares’ Compliance, Marketing/IR, and Finance Teams, review advertising and marketing materials and disclosure documents and assist the business in complying with marketing rules and regulations in the U.S. and across the world; and (iv) participate on various internal committees and advise the Antares business team on portfolio management, investment approval, allocation and valuation policies and procedures, conflicts, and other issues.
• Legal Leadership Team: Serve as a member of the five-person Legal and Compliance Leadership Team, comprised of the Chief Legal Officer, the Chief Compliance Officer, and the Deputy General Counsels. In this capacity you will be responsible for managing the Legal and Compliance Team by helping shape departmental priorities and by providing advice and guidance and making decisions regarding critical legal and compliance matters at Antares.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k)
• profit sharing
• paid time off
• Maven family & fertility benefit
• parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees