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Vice President - Funds & Distribution (Miami)
H&P Executive Search has been instructed to recruit a Funds Attorney for a global & fastly growing financial institution.
Our client, a leading financial institution, is in an exciting phase of growth and is making a significant investment in expanding its legal team. As part of this strategic expansion, they are looking to hire a senior attorney to join their Miami office, focusing on fund formation and related investment management matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements with distribution partners, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Advise business stakeholders on the legal implications of launching and distributing investment products, including private funds, exchange-traded notes, and other investment vehicles.
- Coordinate with external counsel on regulatory, fund formation, and compliance matters.
- Draft and review private fund offering documents, partnership agreements, and other fund-related legal documentation.
- Review and negotiate subscription agreements, side letters, and investor documentation for institutional and high-net-worth investors.
- Partner with business development teams to support strategic growth initiatives and product expansion.
- Provide practical legal guidance on cross-border distribution issues, regulatory developments, and risk management.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree with admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 4 years' experience in investment management, private funds, or asset management legal work.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Investment Company Act of 1940
- Investment Advisers Act of 1940
- Securities Act of 1933
- Securities Exchange Act of 1934
- FINRA rules and regulations
- Experience advising on private fund offerings, fund formation, and securities regulations.
- Knowledge of offshore fund structures, Regulation D offerings, and international private placement requirements.
- Experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department within asset management, investment management, or broker-dealer environments is preferred.
If you would be interested in such a position, please apply here or email lhammond@hpexec.com
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