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Weiss Asset Management (WAM), a Boston-based investment firm, is seeking an experienced attorney to join our dynamic legal team and apply multiple areas of expertise to the diverse business challenges of a global hedge fund. The right candidate will want to engage in multiple substantive areas and take on a wide variety of responsibilities, including regulatory advice, negotiation of transactions and agreements, investment-related legal advice, and general corporate work. Candidates should be curious and driven with a desire to learn about all aspects of an investment firm.
Responsibilities:
At least 4 years of experience in some or all of the areas mentioned above
Big law firm and/or asset management firm experience a plus
Strong academic credentials and the desire to work with academically-oriented colleagues
High ethical standards, attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, quantitative reasoning ability, and a rigorous work ethic
About the Company:
For 31 years, Weiss Asset Management has developed proprietary value-based investment strategies designed to deliver high risk-adjusted returns to our investors, who include charitable foundations, pension plans, endowments, hospitals, government entities and private investors. We manage approximately $3.1 billion across hedge funds and institutional accounts. We work collaboratively to solve problems, and to identify undervalued assets through deep fundamental research, statistical analysis and an analytically rigorous approach to decision making. Above all else, we value integrity, uncompromising rationality, creativity and entrepreneurship, and continuous learning and improvement.
Our team of around 100 individuals is the engine of our success and we welcome truly exceptional candidates from all backgrounds.
WAM is a fit for you if:
You enjoy a collaborative environment, where decisions are made in diverse teams. At WAM, all employees can expect to work directly with members of other departments representing a range of backgrounds.
You work well in a flat structure and are comfortable voicing dissenting opinion. Talent and work ethic will dictate what you can achieve at WAM, as evidenced by the fact that our president and the majority of our managing directors began their careers here as interns.
You are driven to constantly learn, improve, and make rational decisions based in fact and data, and you welcome receiving feedback as well as sharing knowledge with others.
You prioritize acting ethically in all situations.
WAM is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Full Time
$156k-194k (estimate)
12/17/2023
05/11/2024
weissasset.com
Boston, MA
100 - 200
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