VP, Investment Management Private Markets Attorney
About The Position
Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) is seeking to hire a lawyer in New York to provide legal coverage for Morgan Stanley's private equity investment fund business in the Americas. This role involves coordination with global colleagues and reporting to the Americas Head of Legal for MSIM's Private Credit & Equity and Real Assets businesses. The attorney will act as the primary coverage attorney for certain private equity fund families, interacting with senior management and a global team of legal professionals. The position requires collaboration with other Morgan Stanley legal and compliance professionals to manage legal, regulatory, and franchise risks while supporting MSIM's business objectives.
Requirements
- A J.D. from a nationally recognized law school with bar admission
- 7+ years of experience at a major US law firm with a leading funds group or in-house investment bank or investment management firm
- Experience with private equity, private credit, funds of funds and/or real estate and/or private investment funds that invest and raise capital on global basis
- Experience with the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, the Securities Act of 1933, Regulation D, ERISA, AIFMD and FINRA Rules
- Impeccable ethics and strong judgment
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability and experience to draft clear and professional correspondence, policies and procedures
- Assertive, enthusiastic, and driven to succeed, while remaining tactful and diplomatic
- Proven skills in negotiating, influencing and collaborating with others in the decision-making process across all levels of the organization
- Ability to work well within a small and geographically dispersed team and collaborate with internal groups and individuals at all levels of an organization
Responsibilities
- Providing coverage for legal aspects of fund structuring, fund formation and fund governance for complex private fund structures
- Coordinating with internal teams and external counsel on fund structuring, offering documents and key fund agreements
- Primary legal support for capital raising & investor relations function for dedicated business
- Review of marketing materials, investor presentations and RFPs/DDQ in connection with fund raising
- Assisting in negotiating investor side letters and managing the fund closing process
- Advising on ongoing fund operations, including working closely with fund COOs
- Providing periodic support for investment transactions, working with investment teams and external counsel
- Advising on the development and execution of internal policies and procedures
- Advising on legal obligations arising in connection with corporate governance, investor relations, fund raising and investing
- Advising on changes in law, new regulatory initiatives and changing market practices for private funds
- Collaborating with other attorneys within Morgan Stanley's Legal and Compliance Division on a wide range of legal matters related to the investment management industry
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry
- Ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
