Investment Management Attorney

Morgan Stanley

New York, NY, US
Base: $120,000 to $205,000 py; bonus/equity: commi...
Investment advisers act of 1940 expertise
Investment company act of 1940 knowledge
Drafting complex fund documents
The role involves providing day-to-day legal counsel to portfolio management, product development, and sales teams across equities and fixed income businesses

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing day-to-day legal counsel to portfolio management, product development, and sales teams across equities and fixed income businesses.
  • Candidates will review and negotiate a wide range of contracts including investment management agreements, distribution-related agreements, and trading agreements.
  • Morgan Stanley offers comprehensive employee benefits, opportunities for career advancement, and a culture focused on diversity and inclusion.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing day-to-day legal counsel to portfolio management, product development, and sales teams across equities and fixed income businesses.

Salary

Base: $120,000 to $205,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Commission, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses possible; Benefits: Comprehensive employee benefits and perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Investment Advisers Act of 1940 expertise
  • Investment Company Act of 1940 knowledge
  • Drafting complex fund documents
  • Negotiating investment management agreements
  • Advising on trading agreements

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with swaps and futures transactions
  • Ability to work in fast-paced global environment
  • Collaboration across multiple business divisions
  • Strong analytical and logical thinking skills

Key Requirements

  • J.D. from nationally recognized law school
  • Bar admission required
  • At least 4 years of professional experience
  • Deep understanding of asset management regulations
  • Experience overseeing external counsel

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