Position
MIO's Legal team seeks an Assistant General Counsel to assist with the negotiation and management of trading relationships, including documentation such as prime brokerage, ISDA, FCM, GMRA, and MRA agreements used by MIO's separate account platform, and banking and financial relationships across MIO's business lines.
The Assistant General Counsel will report to MIO's Deputy General Counsel.
Primary responsibilities
Maintain familiarity with regulation of private funds in the US and EU, including Dodd-Frank, EMIR/MIFID, and SEC and CFTC regulations
Learn and implement MIO's negotiation priorities and model terms for trading and financial relationships
Delegate to and liaise with external counsel to review drafts from counterparties based on internal precedents, MIO model terms, and/or industry form documentation
prepare issue lists for internal stakeholders
provide feedback and comments to counterparties
Track the status of negotiations
Manage and maintain the documentation associated with the onboarding of new sub-advisers to existing trading relationships
Review responses to KYC/AML requests prepared by paralegals or external counsel
Desired background
At least three years of experience at a law firm, dealer, or buy-side institution reviewing and drafting documentation for prime brokerage, over-the-counter and cleared derivatives, listed futures and options, and securities lending and repurchase transactions
Basic knowledge and understanding of legal entity types and regulatory requirements in the private fund and pension fund asset management industry, including SEC & CFTC regulation, Dodd-Frank Act, EMIR, MIFID, and ERISA
Familiarity with ISDA protocols
Proficient in software applications used to draft and review contracts, including Microsoft Word and its track changes and compare tools and other redlining/comparison software
Ownership mentality to see matters through to completion or resolution
High level of attention to detail and a dedication to producing error-free work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Salary and Benefits
A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role in the United States is $175,000-$175,000.
Actual salaries may vary based on various factors, including an individual's assigned office location, experience, and expertise.
Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to MIO's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance.
MIO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement program, financial guidance, and paid time off.
MIO is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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