Fund Attorney, Canada - Assistant Vice President / Vice President

About the Role

iCapital is looking to hire a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Vice President or Vice President Fund Attorney to support the Legal team in Toronto. This individual will work closely with our Senior Vice President of Legal for Canada, providing strategic legal guidance throughout the fund lifecycle. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of global private funds across different investment strategies and in the private wealth space.  This role will play a critical role in a fast-paced, international environment and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate various agreements with counterparties including fund managers and distribution agents.
• Draft, review and negotiate fund documentation including offering materials, partnership agreements, declarations of trust, and other private fund legal documentation.
• Assist with regulatory matters as required.
• Provide counsel on legal matters affecting private investment funds throughout each stage of their lifecycle.
• Manage outside legal counsel with respect to a variety of issues including regulatory, corporate and fund investment work.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and updating of internal legal policies and procedures and templates.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Client Relationship Managers, Finance, Product and Investor Relations.
• Draft and review various contracts and other legal documentation.
• Perform ad hoc research projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of legal experience within the investment management space (alternative investments, including in Private Equity and Hedge Funds), advising Canadian investment fund managers, portfolio managers and exempt market dealers on fund formation, distribution and related matters
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian securities laws, including registrant and investment fund regulation, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to the investment management industry
• Able to learn new topics and adapt within the fast-paced, growing and constantly evolving structure of a high-growth company
• Member in good standing of the Ontario Bar
• Background from a top law firm is essential
• In-house experience at an asset management firm is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strategic mindset

Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $180,000 to $240,000. iCapital offers a compensation package which includes salary, equity for all full-time employees, and an annual performance bonus. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an employer matched retirement plan, generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental, vision, telemedicine, and virtual mental health counseling, parental leave, and unlimited paid time off (PTO).

We believe the best ideas and innovation happen when we are together. Employees in this role will work in the office Monday-Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday.

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