PIMCO · 6 days ago
VP, Counsel
Newport Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$175K/yr - $240K/yr
4+ years expPIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income, and they are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Vice President, Counsel – Legal Funds to join their collaborative Legal team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive legal support for PIMCO’s U.S. registered funds platform and offer strategic legal guidance on regulatory and operational matters.
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Responsibilities
Provide legal support for PIMCO’s U.S. registered funds and collective investment trusts, ensuring adherence to relevant regulatory requirements
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements related to fund distribution, service providers, platform relationships, operations, and ETFs
Advise internal stakeholders on complex legal, regulatory, structural, and operational considerations affecting fund operations, disclosure, and compliance
Prepare and refine Board materials, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with governance expectations
Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks, escalating issues when needed and offering thoughtful, practical solutions
Partner cross‑functionally with investment, product, operations, compliance, and distribution teams to support new product initiatives and evolving business strategies
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a leading law school with strong academic performance
Approximately 4–8 years of relevant experience supporting U.S. registered funds—ideally at a top‑tier law firm or in‑house at an asset manager
Strong technical knowledge of open‑end funds, closed‑end funds, ETFs, and collective investment trusts
Active Bar membership in any U.S. state and solid expertise in securities laws governing registered funds, including the Investment Company Act of 1940 and related SEC filing requirements
Analytical and solutions‑oriented mindset, with the ability to interpret complex issues and develop commercially practical guidance
High integrity and sound judgment, demonstrated through reliable, collaborative partnerships
Self‑starter with strong ownership, comfortable navigating a fast‑paced environment and managing competing priorities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex concepts and influence senior stakeholders
Organized and team‑oriented, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues across levels and functions
Preferred
Working familiarity with the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, and ERISA is beneficial
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance and travel coverage
401(k) (defined contribution) retirement savings, retirement plan, pension contribution from your first day of employment
Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs
Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office
Company
PIMCO
PIMCO, a global investment solutions provider that manages investments for public and private pension and retirement plans and other assets.
1001-5000 employees
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