Senior Funds Attorney, Specialty Finance

Neuberger Berman•Redwood, CA

12d•$250,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

Neuberger Berman is a leading asset manager that is seeking a Private Funds/Investment Management Attorney to provide advice, support and research on a broad variety of legal, regulatory and general corporate matters for the fundraising efforts and ongoing operation of their Specialty Finance business, which focuses on short-duration, asset-based investments. The position will support a registered investment adviser focused on private fund fundraising and investing, including for both closed-end funds and evergreen funds. The position will report to the General Counsel covering the business. This is an exceptional opportunity for a well-rounded investment management attorney who enjoys working on many different sophisticated matters, wants substantial business team and client contact and is a team player.

Requirements

At least 6 years' experience within large law firm
JD Required
Working knowledge of Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940 and the 1933 and 1934 Acts and ERISA rules
Working knowledge of various private fund structures, including evergreen structures and tax driven structures, like treaty structures and ICAVs
Efficient and resourceful, able to work independently, handling multiple and changing priorities, and meet deadlines
Excellent organizational skills; detail oriented
Strong time-management skills; ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management

Responsibilities

Provide legal advice relating to fund and separate account formation and operation, as well as investment advisory services to private funds and institutional separate account clients
Negotiating investment advisory agreements, delegation agreements and side letters
Working with the Compliance department on policies and procedures, including the implementation of the Firm’s compliance program
Working with the finance, tax and operations teams on fund formation and ongoing fund operations
Assisting in the development of new investment vehicles and products
Advising and coordinating with internal and external counsel relating to mandates