Summary
A reputable investment manager is seeking a Funds Attorney to join their Chicago-based Legal & Compliance department. This position will provide support to the organization's offices across the globe.
This purpose of this role is to expand the company's legal function and will play a critical part in supporting senior leaders of the business on fund transactions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with the investment and operations team, directly assisting on high-level fund investments and various legal matters.
Responsibilities
- Review legal documents relating to underlying investments made by the group's clients
- Assist with compliance monitoring and oversight for registered investment companies
- Assist with compliance pre- and post- trade monitoring for interval fund transactions
- Work closely with investment and operations teams to identify and resolve questions related to investments
- Coordinate with outside counsel regarding registered investment company matters
- Monitor for regulatory updates, changes and guidance related to registered investment companies and propose policy and/or procedure updates as necessary
- Assist with legal structuring of registered investment companies
- Assist with project management and oversight of outside counsel engagements
Qualifications
- 3+ years of Investment Management experience within private practice
- Strong understanding of relevant securities rules and regulations, including the Investment Company Act, the Investment Advisers Act, Securities Act, and Securities Exchange Act
- Experience with interval funds preferred
- Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including project management
