Focus Financial Partners · 3 days ago
Junior Attorney
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
2+ years expFocus Financial Partners is a leading partnership of fiduciary wealth management and related financial services firms. They are seeking a Junior Attorney to provide legal support across their private funds business, focusing on regulatory compliance, investment opportunities, and transactional documentation.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesWealth Management
Responsibilities
Serve as the lead legal representative in supporting SCS’ private funds business, which includes, but is not limited to, reviewing a variety of fund documents, non-disclosure agreements, and investment agreements relating to external investment managers
Participate in special projects, such as launching new private funds, secondary sale transactions, or other business initiatives
Coordinate and manage outside counsel on discrete matters or projects
Support the development and implementation of compliance programs and internal policies, working cross-functionally with Compliance, Risk, Investment and Operations teams
Assist in preparing marketing disclosures and regulatory filings, as needed
Work proactively to identify risks and propose solutions aligned with business goals
Qualification
Required
J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice for approximately 2 years
Relevant experience in financial services, ideally within private funds practice, investment advisory, or asset management environments
Strong understanding of U.S. securities laws and regulatory frameworks (Investment Advisers Act, SEC, FINRA)
Proven ability to review legal agreements and provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and operate in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to partner across legal, compliance, operations, and business teams
High integrity, sound judgment, and discretion when handling sensitive information
Strong working knowledge of alternative investment structures, fund documentation and fund formation
Benefits
Annual cash bonus
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Focus Financial Partners
Focus Financial Partners is a partnership of fiduciary wealth management firms that offers support and access to capital for growth.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$85M2023-02-27Acquired
2018-07-25IPO
2009-11-16Series Unknown· $50M
Leadership Team
Michael Nathanson
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Birenbaum
President
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