Funds Counsel

Category: Legal

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Type: Full-time/Flex

Leading global asset management firm is seeking a Funds Counsel.

Schedule : Hybrid

Job Type : Direct Hire

Location Requirements : Boston, MA; hybrid. Currently in the office a minimum of three days per week, with an anticipated transition to four in-office days per week beginning in 2027.

Compensation : Base salary in the range of $160K-$180K (based on experience level) plus bonus

Benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment program, wellness benefits, and volunteer programs.

Work Environment & Culture :

The organization puts the best interests of its clients, employees, communities, and environment first in everything it does. Dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion that supports employee growth. Values the flexibility of hybrid work while recognizing the benefits of in-person collaboration, relationship building, mentorship, and team engagement.

Job Description : Our client is seeking an experienced investment management attorney to join a collaborative legal team supporting a broad range of legal, regulatory, and governance matters for its mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This role provides a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of law, regulation, product development, and fund governance within a global asset management organization. As Funds Counsel, you will play a key role in advising on SEC registration and disclosure matters, supporting new product initiatives, and providing legal guidance to fund boards and business partners across the organization. You will work closely with colleagues in Legal, Compliance, Product, Fund Administration, Operations, and affiliated investment managers, serving as a trusted advisor on complex regulatory and business matters. This position offers meaningful exposure to senior stakeholders, evolving industry regulations, and innovative investment products, making it an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to deepen their expertise and broaden their impact within the asset management industry.

Responsibilities :

SEC Disclosure & Regulatory Support

Lead the preparation and maintenance of regulatory filings for mutual funds and ETFs, including annual registration statement updates and post-effective amendments. Manage SEC review processes, including responding to regulatory comments and coordinating updates to disclosure documents. Review and advise on a broad range of fund disclosure and regulatory filings, including prospectuses, Statements of Additional Information (SAIs), shareholder reports, proxy and information statements, N-14s, N-CSRs, N-CENs, N-PX filings, and related materials. Conduct legal research and analysis regarding disclosure obligations and regulatory developments affecting registered investment companies. Monitor and interpret new regulations and industry developments, providing practical guidance to business stakeholders and legal colleagues.

Product Development & Strategic Initiatives

Serve as Legal’s representative on new product launch teams and key business initiatives. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to support the efficient launch of new investment products. Provide legal guidance on contractual, regulatory, and operational matters related to product development and ongoing fund support. Draft, review, and negotiate agreements while assisting clients with legal research and regulatory interpretation. Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives across the asset management platform.

Fund Governance & Corporate Secretarial Support

Draft and review board materials, memoranda, resolutions, and other governance documentation for Board and Committee meetings. Prepare, review, and negotiate fund-related agreements, including advisory, sub-advisory, distribution, transfer agency, custodian, shareholder servicing, and Rule 12b-1 arrangements. Draft and update governance documents, procedures, charter documents, and related materials supporting Board actions. Prepare Board and Committee meeting minutes and assist in maintaining governance records. Research governance-related legal and regulatory matters and provide practical recommendations. Present legal and regulatory matters to Boards of Trustees and Board Committees, as appropriate.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s Degree; Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active bar admission required. Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting registered investment companies under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or comparable asset management experience. Strong knowledge of mutual fund and ETF regulatory frameworks, SEC disclosure requirements, and fund governance practices. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the judgment to navigate complex legal and business issues across a variety of subject matters. Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to build relationships, collaborate effectively, and influence stakeholders across legal, compliance, operational, and business functions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences, including senior management and Board members.

FlexProfessionals respects and seeks to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences of its candidate network. FlexProfessionals does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. The candidates whose resumes are shared with our business clients are selected on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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