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Apollo Global Management, Inc. · 1 day ago

Counsel, Apollo Insurance Solutions Group

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$200K/yr - $300K/yr

6+ years exp

Apollo Global Management, Inc. is seeking a Counsel to join its global team focused on the Insurance Solutions business. The Counsel will provide legal advice on fund formation and management, particularly for third-party Insurance Separately Managed Accounts, while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and alignment with investor needs.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Assist and manage the launch and ongoing administration of third-party SMA and certain private funds, public funds, and other managed accounts, with a specific focus on vehicles designed for insurance investors

Serve as a key legal advisor on fund structuring, investor negotiations, and regulatory considerations, ensuring compliance with insurance investor-specific regulatory and contractual requirements

Collaborate with external and internal stakeholders, including insurance investors, external counsel, investment professionals, investor relations, and operations teams, to facilitate fund formation and ensure alignment with investor needs

Review and negotiate investment management agreements, fund documentation, insurance-focused investment agreements, and regulatory filings to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and insurance investor requirements

Analyze and advise on investor agreements and subscription documentation, ensuring alignment with insurance investor preferences and fund terms

Review marketing and investor relations materials to ensure they align with fund terms, regulatory requirements, and insurance industry expectations

Partner with Legal, Tax & Compliance, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to support the growth of Apollo’s SMA and certain fund platforms for insurance investors

Assist in strategic initiatives related to fund formation, structuring, and new product development, with a focus on investment strategies that meet the needs of insurance investors

Qualification

Juris DoctorateFund formation experienceInsurance regulatory knowledgeNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsEntrepreneurial mindsetResults-driven approachInterpersonal skillsMentoring ability

Required

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; member in good standing with the California State Bar Association or New York State Bar Association

6-8 years of relevant legal experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house at a financial services firm with a strong focus on insurance investors

Extensive fund formation experience, with a strong emphasis on investment structures designed for insurance investors, including SMAs and private funds

Experience in structuring and negotiating third-party managed account agreements, side letters, and investor-specific arrangements for insurance clients

Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks applicable to insurance investors, including NAIC considerations, risk-based capital (RBC) implications, and compliance standards for insurance investment strategies

Strong knowledge of insurance investor regulatory requirements, including capital efficiency and asset allocation constraints

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear and actionable advice for insurance-focused investors and internal teams

Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with insurance investors, internal teams, and external stakeholders

Ability to work independently while overseeing and mentoring junior team members

Thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines

Entrepreneurial mindset, results-driven, and solutions-oriented approach