Structured Finance Attorney
Axiom Talent Platform•New York, NY
•$104,500 - $325,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Join Our Team as an Attorney at Axiom. We are seeking a Structured & Investment Fund Counsel to join our Financial Services team. In this role, you will provide expert legal advice and support to our clients in private and registered investment funds, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international fund regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading fund managers on fund formation, governance, and regulatory compliance, shaping investment strategies and documentation across diverse structures. This is an existing vacancy.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in investment fund formation, structuring, and governance.
- Strong knowledge of SEC regulations, AIFMD, UCITS, and partnership structures (LP/GP).
- Proven track record of advising clients on fund formation, offering documentation, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent and licensed to practice law in an applicable jurisdiction.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with international fund structures and cross-border compliance.
- Hands-on experience supporting fund audits, SEC filings, and regulatory reporting.
- Familiarity with alternative investment products, private equity, and hedge fund operations.
Responsibilities
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating fund formation documents, offering memoranda, investment management agreements, and partnership agreements.
- Providing legal guidance on SEC registration, fund governance, and compliance with the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) and UCITS frameworks.
- Collaborating with internal teams, fund managers, and external counsel on fund structuring, compliance reviews, and audits.
- Managing legal and regulatory issues for clients in private equity, hedge funds, and registered investment funds.
- Staying ahead of industry trends, fund regulations, and global compliance developments to provide proactive counsel.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- paid holidays and PTO
- flexible work arrangements
- professional development opportunities and tools
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
