Corporate - Asset/Investment Management Attorney in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Corporate - Asset/Investment Management Attorney in Chicago, IL

Attorney

1-4 yrs required

No

Job Title: Associate - Investment Services

Job Responsibilities:
The Associate - Investment Services will join the Investment Services team within the corporate practice area. This role involves working closely with shareholders and participating in business development and client-facing activities. The associate will handle corporate or securities law matters, with a focus on registered investment companies and investment advisers, private funds, and regulatory and compliance issues related to federal securities laws, including the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Securities Act of 1933. Additional responsibilities include managing multiple matters simultaneously and ideally engaging in transactional and mergers & acquisition activities involving investment companies.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates should possess a . degree and strong academic credentials. They must have 1-4 years of experience in corporate or securities law at a law firm. Experience with registered investment companies, investment advisers, private funds, and relevant federal securities laws is essential. Transactional or mergers & acquisition experience involving investment companies is preferred. Admission in good standing to practice law in Illinois or the District of Columbia, or steps towards obtaining such admission, is required.

Salary Information:
The position offers a competitive annual base salary ranging from $225,000 to $280,000, commensurate with the candidate's class year and experience. Additionally, there is a discretionary annual bonus program.

Additional Information:
The law firm offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Package, including competitive salaries, a bonus program, retirement planning options, comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, and wellness programs. Paid time off includes vacation days, paid holidays, sick time, and personal days. Professional development opportunities, a hybrid work model, and family-friendly policies are also part of the benefits. Additional perks include employee discount programs, pre-tax commuter benefits, backup child and elder care, fitness center discounts, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The law firm is an equal opportunity employer, valuing and encouraging diversity. They solicit applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where the applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The firm participates in E-verify and provides accommodations to applicants requiring special assistance during the application process due to a disability.