Associate General Counsel – Investments and Securities

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** POSITION SPECIFICS
** Penn State University is seeking an
** Associate General Counsel – Investments and Securities
** to provide sophisticated legal advice and services in support of the University’s investment activities and related securities matters. This position will work closely with the
** Office of Investment Management (OIM)
** and other University stakeholders on matters involving endowment and other institutional assets, capital markets, investment structures, and regulatory compliance.

As part of the Office of the General Counsel, this attorney will serve as a trusted legal advisor to senior leadership, OIM professionals, and other University offices, delivering practical, risk‐informed guidance aligned with the University’s fiduciary obligations, public mission, and long-term strategic objectives.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Investment and Securities Law Support
*** Provide legal advice and transactional support for a globally diversified institutional investment portfolio, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, natural resources, hedge funds, public markets, co-investments, and direct investments
* Review, negotiate, and draft investment-related documentation, including limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements, side letters, co-investment agreements, separate account agreements, and related amendments
* Advise on securities law issues related to private placements, exempt offerings, and ongoing compliance under applicable federal and state securities laws
* Provide guidance on capital formation, fund structuring, and investment vehicles, including domestic and offshore structures, blocker corporations, and other tax-sensitive investment arrangements
** Regulatory, Compliance, and Risk Management
*** Advise on laws, rules, and regulations applicable to institutional investors and investment fiduciaries, including, as applicable, the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA considerations, and related regulations
* Support investment-related due diligence, including review of manager disclosures, regulatory filings, compliance policies, and conflicts of interest
* Partner with OIM and compliance professionals to identify, manage, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks associated with investment activities
* Oversee and coordinate the work of outside investment counsel with a focus on cost discipline, scope appropriateness, and efficient allocation of internal versus external legal resources
** University Governance and Institutional Support
*** Advise on fiduciary duties, governance considerations, and policy matters related to the University’s investment program and affiliated entities
* Assist in developing, reviewing, and updating internal policies, guidelines, and standard templates related to investments and securities matters
* Provide legal support for transactions involving University-affiliated entities, foundations, or special-purpose vehicles connected to investment activity
* Collaborate with colleagues in the Office of the General Counsel on related business, finance, and transactional matters as assigned
** Debt Issuance and Securities Compliance
*** Advise and assist, in coordination with other…