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Job Overview – Deputy General Counsel We are seeking a highly experienced Deputy General Counsel to join a dynamic legal team. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer & Global General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel will play a key role in supporting a wide array of legal matters, including new fund launches, capital raising initiatives, joint ventures. This role demands extensive experience in both law firm and in-house settings, with expertise in BDCs, CLOs, and private investment funds.

Compensation: $400,000 – $500,000/year – total compensation Location: New York, NY

Responsibilities as the Deputy General Counsel:

• Fund Launches & Capital Raising: Lead legal efforts in launching new funds (e.g., BDCs, CLOs, commingled funds) and support various capital raising initiatives.
• Product Support & Expansion: Provide legal guidance in expanding and supporting existing investment products.
• Joint Ventures: Structure, manage, and negotiate joint ventures, M&A transactions, balance sheet investments, and other strategic initiatives.
• Investment Team Support: Assist the investment team with private investments and respond to liability management exercises.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate a range of agreements, including NDAs, vendor agreements, third-party marketer contracts, and distribution agreements.
• Compliance Advisory: Provide legal counsel to the compliance team, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications for the Deputy General Counsel:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with a mix of law firm and in-house roles. Experience with BDCs, CLOs, and asset management preferred.
• Education: Excellent academic credentials with extensive experience as an in-house attorney at an asset management firm.
• Legal Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act, with working knowledge of the Investment Company Act and the Securities Act. Familiarity with US and European regulations in the investment management industry.
• Skills: Strong negotiation skills, particularly in commercial and operational contracts. Ability to manage a broad range of legal responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Licensing: Licensed to practice law in New York.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

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