Job description
About the Role
iCapital is looking to hire a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Vice President or Vice President Fund Attorney to join its International Legal team in Toronto. This individual will work closely with our Senior Vice President of Legal, in 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 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.
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
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.
iCapital offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive total compensation package consisting of salary, bonus, and equity for all full-time employees. The Company pays 100% of the premium for all Group Benefits for you and your dependents. Some of these benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance and long-term disability. We offer a variety of Retirement Plans so of which have a company match. We offer unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and most employees the flexibility to work in the office three to four days and remotely for the remainder of the week. Every department has different needs, and some positions will be designated in-office jobs, based on their function. For additional information on iCapital, please visit https://www.icapitalnetwork.com/about-us Twitter: @icapitalnetwork | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/icapital-network-inc Awards Disclaimer: https://www.icapitalnetwork.com/about-us/recognition/
iCapital is proud to support a fair and inclusive workplace, in which all applicants have an opportunity to fulfill their potential and every person has the right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination. iCapital does not tolerate any discrimination contrary to the Ontario Human Rights Code, including on the grounds of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.
