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We are seeking a mid-level Investment Management Counsel to support clients in the financial services, institutional asset management, and wealth management sectors. This role is ideal for attorneys with strong experience in broker-dealer matters, investment management agreements, ERISA (investment side), and institutional investment structures, including trusts and pension funds. Candidates with prior experience in investment management firms or supporting institutional investment strategies are highly desirable.
Job Responsibility:
Draft, review, and negotiate investment management and advisory agreements, including term sheets, side letters, and indemnification provisions
Provide legal support on broker-dealer operations and regulatory compliance matters, including OCC, FINRA, and SEC requirements
Advise on ERISA matters related to investments, pension funds, and fiduciary responsibilities (non-employment)
Counsel clients on trust and pension fund governance, institutional asset structures, and investment allocation strategies
Support regulatory inquiries, audits, and compliance assessments, staying current on securities laws and fiduciary standards
Collaborate with investment, compliance, and legal teams to develop and refine investment product and institutional strategies
Requirements:
JD or equivalent with active bar membership in good standing
5–15 years of post-qualification experience in investment management, financial services, or regulatory law
Strong knowledge of broker-dealer regulations, OCC compliance, and institutional investment frameworks
Demonstrated experience with investment agreements, indemnification clauses, and fiduciary duties
Ability to operate independently and manage client relationships in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Nice to have:
Experience advising institutional asset managers, including pension funds and trust departments
ERISA expertise specifically related to the investment side, not employment/benefits
Familiarity with cross-border and U.S. regulatory frameworks relevant to broker-dealer and investment activity
Previous experience at investment management firms, large wealth management institutions, or fiduciary-focused organizations (e.g., Vanguard, Fidelity) is a plus
Strong communication, project management, and client advisory skills