Counsel, Apollo Insurance Solutions Group

Position Overview The Counsel will be responsible for providing legal advice and counsel in support of the launch, maintenance, and dissolution of Apollo’s various funds and products, with a particular focus on third-party Insurance Separately Managed Accounts (SMA) and certain fund matters. Counsel will actively manage all legal aspects of fund formation activities, partnering closely with deal teams, external counsel, and the broader Legal, Regulatory, Tax & Compliance department. Primary Responsibilities: Assist and manage the launch and ongoing administration of third-party SMA and certain private funds, public funds, and other managed accounts, with a specific focus on vehicles designed for insurance investors. Serve as a key legal advisor on fund structuring, investor negotiations, and regulatory considerations, ensuring compliance with insurance investor-specific regulatory and contractual requirements. Collaborate with external and internal stakeholders, including insurance investors, external counsel, investment professionals, investor relations, and operations teams, to facilitate fund formation and ensure alignment with investor needs. Review and negotiate investment management agreements, fund documentation, insurance-focused investment agreements, and regulatory filings to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and insurance investor requirements. Analyze and advise on investor agreements and subscription documentation, ensuring alignment with insurance investor preferences and fund terms. Review marketing and investor relations materials to ensure they align with fund terms, regulatory requirements, and insurance industry expectations. Partner with Legal, Tax & Compliance, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to support the growth of Apollo’s SMA and certain fund platforms for insurance investors. Assist in strategic initiatives related to fund formation, structuring, and new product development, with a focus on investment strategies that meet the needs of insurance investors. Qualifications & Experience Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; member in good standing with the California State Bar Association or New York State Bar Association. 6-10 years of relevant legal experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house at a financial services firm with a strong focus on insurance investors. Extensive fund formation experience, with a strong emphasis on investment structures designed for insurance investors, including SMAs and private funds. Experience in structuring and negotiating third-party managed account agreements, side letters, and investor-specific arrangements for insurance clients. Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks applicable to insurance investors, including NAIC considerations, risk-based capital (RBC) implications, and compliance standards for insurance investment strategies. Strong knowledge of insurance investor regulatory requirements, including capital efficiency and asset allocation constraints. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear and actionable advice for insurance-focused investors and internal teams. Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with insurance investors, internal teams, and external stakeholders. Ability to work independently while overseeing and mentoring junior team members. Thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. Entrepreneurial mindset, results-driven, and solutions-oriented approach. Assist in strategic initiatives related to fund formation, structuring, and new product development, with a focus on investment strategies that meet the needs of insurance investors. Pay Range $200,000 - $275,000 Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity. The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered. The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here. Come to Apollo and join a community of extraordinary people who are committed to a culture of excellence and collaboration in everything that we do. We invest in our people for the long term and are committed to supporting their development at every stage of their career. Join Apollo and learn from some of the smartest problem-solvers in the world to build your career and make your mark on the future of finance.

Salary : $200,000 - $275,000