The Voleon Group · 19 hours ago
Corporate Counsel
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$225K/yr - $250K/yr
2+ years expThe Voleon Group is a technology company that applies state-of-the-art AI and machine learning techniques to real-world problems in finance. They are seeking a highly motivated attorney to join their Legal and Compliance Department, focusing on supporting the launch and operation of new investment products and managing the legal aspects of fund structuring and compliance.
Financial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Negotiate side letters with prospective and existing investors
Support the launch and ongoing operations of hedge funds and separately managed accounts, including managing the legal aspects of fund structuring, formation, and registration processes
Draft, review, and negotiate fund-related documentation, such as offering memoranda, limited partnership agreements, investment management agreements, subscription materials, and related ancillary documents
Coordinate with and supervise outside counsel to ensure consistency, efficiency, and alignment with internal standards across fund formation, side letter, transactional, regulatory, and governance matters
Partner with the Compliance team on a variety of regulatory matters, including the preparation and review of regulatory filings (e.g., Form ADV, Form PF, CPO-PQR, Blue Sky filings) and advising on marketing materials
Assist with general corporate governance matters, including preparing and maintaining governance documents, managing entity records, and supporting the preparation and execution of board and committee meetings
Collaborate with various internal stakeholders to provide legal guidance that supports the firm’s broader business initiatives and helps maintain a strong culture of compliance and risk management
Qualification
Required
J.D. degree
Strong record of academic achievement and 2-4 years of relevant work experience
Big law experience in an Investment Management/Private Funds/Investment Funds group
Experience negotiating side letters and ability to summarize provisions in plain English for the business team
Significant exposure to complex commercial, corporate, or transactional matters
Superior organizational and project management acumen and a keen eye for detail
Efficient productivity; capability to bring projects to fruition in a commercially viable manner; someone with a proven track record of delivering results, both small and large
Demonstrably excellent analytical abilities; drafting and verbal communication skills; sound judgment; and a ‘can-do' cooperative attitude
Successful in managing multiple tasks/projects with competing deadlines
Willingness to expand legal practice to new areas of the law, including international regulations
Working knowledge of relevant portions of key investment management laws and regulations (e.g., Securities Act, Investment Advisers Act, Commodity Exchange Act, Investment Company Act and ERISA)
Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
Familiarity with trading agreements (e.g., prime brokerage and ISDA agreements) is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and AD&D insurance
20 days of paid time off
9 sick days
401(k) plan with a company match
Company
The Voleon Group
The Voleon Group is a family of companies committed to the development & deployment of cutting-edge technologies in investment management.
201-500 employees
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Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jon McAuliffe
Chief Investment Officer and Co-founder
Prem Gopalan
Chief Technology Officer
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