Associate Counsel

About the Role
We are seeking an Associate Counsel to join our in-house legal team who wishes to make a career of providing pragmatic legal advice to our global institutional asset management business.
This position will be a key contributor to the Legal and Compliance Department with respect to a wide variety of legal and business matters and will provide day-to-day support to the senior lawyers in the group. Duties will include providing support to the General Counsel's office of senior lawyers for their negotiation of investment management agreements and private fund subscription agreements, legal research, fund formation, marketing and advertising review, assisting with regulatory audits, general corporate work, and, under the supervision of the Assistant General Counsels, participating in special projects, such as new product development.
This position will provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development, enjoying significant mentoring and guidance from senior-associate level lawyers in a collaborative, friendly environment. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The candidate will be eager to learn and develop their skills as an investment management lawyer.

Job Responsibilities

Under the supervision of senior lawyers:

Provide legal analysis to senior lawyers in connection with their advice on day-to-day investment management activities, such as investment management agreements, private fund formation and investment documents, and general corporate/governance matters
Assist in supporting all legal aspects of our separate account, private fund, SMA/wrap, group trust, and sub-advisory relationships
Provide initial interpretations of statutes, rules and policies applicable to the business, and work closely with colleagues in the General Counsel's office to meet the firm's business objectives within the local regulatory environment
Seek to make a positive contribution to the culture of the firm

Qualifications & Education Requirements

Juris Doctor from top-tier law school; strong academic credentials
Member of the bar in Massachusetts (preferred) or other U.S. state
1-2 years of legal and regulatory experience at a leading law firm, or at an established investment manager, hedge fund, or other financial services firm
Strong oral and written communication skills, including via phone, email and video conference
Commitment to our culture, values and approach to doing business

Additional Requirements
Technical Skills
Familiarity with and/or interest in the legal framework applicable to registered investment advisers, including Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, CFTC Rules and Regulations, and ERISA, as well as general corporate law.
Requisite Qualities

Possessing excellent interpersonal skills, enjoys working both collaboratively and independently in a demanding virtual and physical environment
Demonstrating a superior work ethic, applies strong legal analysis with attention to detail
Maintaining a high degree of business ethics and professionalism, exercises sound business judgement and discretion

Salary: $160,000 - $220,000
Loomis Sayles is committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. Your starting salary will be based on your experience, skills, qualifications and local benchmarking. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award, which is based on individual and company performance. In addition to your compensation, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and financial security.