Act Attorney

Position Overview

Monroe Capital LLC (collectively with its affiliates, “Monroe”) is a leading U.S.

-based private credit asset management firm with approximately $19.4 billion in assets under management as of October 1, 2024. The firm was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Chicago, and maintains nine additional offices in Austin, Boston, Farmington, CT, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Naples, San Francisco and Seoul.

Monroe is seeking a licensed attorney with registered investment funds experience to join our legal team. The attorney’s focus will be on registered investment products, including privately offered business development companies (BDCs), non-traded BDCs and non-listed real estate investment trusts (REITs). The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, with an in-office expectation of a minimum of 2 days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office the other days.

• Draft, review, and maintain registration statements and related materials for funds and other securities offerings
• Coordinate with outside counsel and Monroe Wealth Management team to ensure timely and accurate regulatory filings, including registration statement amendments, supplements, exchange listing applications, proxy statements, and related filings
• Support Monroe’s Wealth Management team in all aspects of day-to-day fund, investment management and broker‑dealer legal and regulatory compliance matters
• Prepare agendas, resolutions, investment management agreements and related documents, policies and procedures, and other materials for investment company board meetings and preparing related minutes
• Review distribution agreements and other general business contracts related to the registered funds / Wealth Management business; and
• Assist on other departmental projects and tasks as assigned.

• Law degree
• Admitted to any state bar association
• 3+ years of experience working at a law firm and/or in‑house, with a focus on registered investment funds (mutual funds, ETFs, open‑ended funds), BDCs and/or REITs
• Knowledge of Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 preferred
• Broker dealer / FINRA experience is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a deadline‑driven environment as well as contribute to department and organizational special projects
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team, which includes the ability to be flexible and adaptable
• Strong attention to detail

• Sitting: Frequently (approximately 70–80% of the workday) for computer work, phone communication, and administrative tasks.
• Standing and Walking: Occasionally (approximately 20–30% of the workday), including walking between Monroe offices or meeting rooms.
• Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Reaching: Extending arms to access files, use printers, grab supplies; often includes overhead reach, sometimes with a step stool for higher shelves.
• Bending/Stooping: Bending at the waist or knees to reach items on low shelves, under desks (cords, equipment), or pick up dropped items.
• Typing/Keyboard Use: Frequently required for daily computer and administrative tasks.
• Vision and Hearing: Adequate for reading reports, emails, spreadsheets, and verbal communication.
• Speaking: Frequent verbal communication with staff, vendors, and external partners.

It is expected that the base salary range for this position will be $250,000–$350,000. Actual salaries may vary based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications for the role. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an…