Job Description
Investment Funds, Registered Funds / BDC Associate Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 10 law firm to identify a talented Investment Funds, Registered Funds / BDC Associate (3–5 years of experience) to join its Investment Funds Group. This opportunity is available in New York, Boston, Washington, DC, or Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated registered fund and BDC matters, advising leading asset managers and financial institutions on the formation, structuring, and operation of a wide range of retail investment products. Key Responsibilities Advise clients on the formation, structuring, and ongoing operation of registered investment funds and Business Development Companies (BDCs) Work with a variety of retail fund products, including: Mutual funds Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) Listed closed-end funds Interval and tender offer funds Business development companies (BDCs) Real estate investment trusts (REITs) Other alternative and hybrid investment structures Assist with regulatory, compliance, and distribution matters in both U.S. and global markets Support public company reporting obligations and capital markets-related matters Collaborate with clients and colleagues on complex fund structures and regulatory issues Qualifications 3–5 years of experience in an investment funds or asset management practice Significant experience with registered funds and/or BDC formation and structuring Experience advising on retail investment products Familiarity with regulatory, compliance, and distribution matters is a plus Public company reporting or capital markets experience is valued O