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Assistant General Counsel

Talently Recruiting
Wheaton, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026

Job Title: Assistant General Counsel

Location: Wheaton, IL (Onsite)

Compensation: $150K-240K Bonus DOE 

 

Skills: Corporate Experience related to either Securities (33 Act, public offerings), or M&As, Private Equity, Private Fund, FINRA, Broker Dealer, Fund Compliance, Investor Advisor compliance.



We are a trusted Mutual Fund and Financial Services company that needs an exceptional Assistant General Counsel to join our elite legal team.  If you have 5 years of corporate experience and a passion for Securities Law, then this may be a perfect fit for you!



In this role, you will: 

  • Ensure compliance with applicable securities laws and regulations governing mutual funds, such as the Investment Company Act of 1940.
  • Help manage a core group of mutual funds and assist in the creation and registration of mutual funds
  • Review registration statements and annual shareholder reports 
  • Attend board meetings and review board materials, and ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements
  • Identify and manage risks associated with mutual fund operations and conduct due diligence for potential investments, ensuring that funds are in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Conduct legal due diligence for corporate transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives. 
  • Perform tasks assigned by Senior Corporate Counsel 

 

Must Have Skills: 
 
  • 5 years of Corporate Experience in either Securities, Financial Services or M&As
 

 

Nice to Have Skills: 
 
  • Compliance Experience is a major plus!
  • M&A Experience is a major plus!  
  • Experience with Investment Advisors Act, Investment Company Act of 1940, SEC, FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority)
  • Private Equity Experience is a plus!

 

What's In It for You: 
 
  • $150K-240K Bonus
  • Health Benefits
  • 401K 

 

     

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