Senior Counsel - Credit Investment Firm
A leading Credit Investment Firm is seeking a Senior Counsel to join their lean legal team and play a key role in a variety of transactional and general corporate matters. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, his individual will be responsible for advising on large lending and capital markets transactions, work closely with internal business units and advising senior leadership on strategic initiatives, providing legal support to investment funds/advisors, and more.
The ideal candidate has 6+ YOE in corporate credit and lending transactions. This role offers a high level of autonomy, while also providing the support of collaborative team members. Beyond transactional and general corporate responsibilities, this individual will also be involved in special projects and other ad-hoc responsibilities on an as-needed basis.
This position sits in the firm's Chicago office 2 days a week.
Responsibilities:
- Provide general corporate legal support to investment funds, investment advisors, and more on fund governance, regulatory requirements, etc.
- Advise internal business units and senior leadership on transactional matters, public company disclosure, regulatory filings, legal entity maintenance, and more.
- Oversee special projects such as fund launches, the development of new investment products, and more; warehouse facilities, CLOs, BDCs, etc.
- Monitor regulatory developments and corporate governance practices to advise the business accordingly; SEC requirements, marketing materials related to investment funds/products, etc.
Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school.
- 6+ YOE in general corporate work; experience handling lending transactions.
- Deep familiarity with corporate credit and capital markets.
- Familiarity with 1940 Acts, public company, asset management, and related regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
If you or anyone in your network are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please do not hesitate to apply today. Additionally, feel free reach out directly with an updated version of your resume for a confidential conversation.
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