Closed-End Funds Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a talented and experienced Closed-End Funds Associate Attorney to join their esteemed Financial Services group. The ideal candidate should possess at least 5 years of relevant experience working with registered investment companies, specifically focusing on closed-end investment companies.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and support to clients on matters related to closed-end investment companies, particularly on listed funds.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the federal securities laws, including the Investment Company Act and Investment Advisers Act, as they pertain to closed-end funds.
• Stay abreast of and interpret the rules and regulations governing closed-end investment companies on relevant exchanges.
• Collaborate with clients on issues related to exchange-traded funds, variable insurance products, business development companies, investment advisers, and commodities work.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the legal field, specifically working with registered investment companies and closed-end funds.
• In-depth knowledge of the Investment Company Act and Investment Advisers Act.
• Familiarity with the rules and regulations governing closed-end investment companies on federal securities laws and relevant exchanges.
• Preference for candidates with experience in exchange-traded funds, variable insurance products, business development companies, investment advisers, and/or commodities work.
• Previous experience in a large law firm, in-house legal department, or regulatory agency is highly desirable.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in the state of Massachusetts.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.

This global firm wants to be known for his cutting edge attitude about doing law in the Millenium. Are they there yet? We're not sure that they are quite ready to live up to the hype, but we are impressed with the lawyers in this office. With impressive pedigree and a particularly good banking section, the Boston office offers a great working environment, with all of the perks of an international practice. While not being at the center of this firm's operations makes it somewhat difficult to predict partnership promotion, the firm's partners in this office make the Boston office quite livable.