Asset Management Counsel

Our Client is a leading global investment management firm and is seeking a Asset Management Counsel to join its legal team. This individual will play a key role advising across portfolio management and capital development functions, working closely with senior leadership and business stakeholders.

This is a highly visible position offering the opportunity to operate at the intersection of legal, investments, and strategic growth initiatives.

About the Role

The Asset Management Counsel will serve in a lead legal capacity, supporting a broad range of matters related to portfolio manager lifecycle management and fund/investor functions. The role requires an Asset Management Attorney who can navigate complex legal issues while partnering closely with investment, capital development, and executive teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including investment management agreements, employment-related agreements, and other portfolio manager documentation
• Lead legal aspects of portfolio manager onboarding and offboarding processes
• Support all phases of fund formation and capital development initiatives
• Prepare, review, and negotiate fund documentation, including side letters and placement agent agreements
• Manage and maintain side letter processes and related documentation
• Assist with investor communications and legal inquiries
• Advise on strategic transactions, including private equity investments, financing arrangements, and regulatory matters
• Partner closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, including investment, finance, and business development
• Oversee and manage external counsel and other legal advisors

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission
• 8–10+ years of experience in investment management, funds, or asset management law
• Strong experience with fund formation, investor negotiations, and related legal frameworks
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across all levels of an organization
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively