Mmc

Assistant General Counsel, Alternative Investments,

Boston - High St

Sponsorship not specified$166k-$331kDetected 13 days ago

ComplianceNegotiationCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

This role will be based in Boston, and it is hybrid with a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
The successful candidate will work closely with the firm's Investments, Operations, and Compliance teams, as well as other internal and external stakeholders, on a cross-jurisdictional basis.
In this role you will oversee negotiations of a variety of transactions, promote legal and regulatory compliance, and mitigate legal risks associated with the Alternative Investments practice of Mercer, a Marsh Business.

As Assistant General Counsel, Alternative Investments, you will be responsible for providing strategic and tactical legal advice and support on a wide range of matters relating to the firm's global private markets and hedge fund-of-funds products and separately managed accounts ("SMAs'").
Manage and oversee external counsel in the legal and tax due diligence of fund investments and negotiation of transactional documents across Mercer's global private funds and SMAs, collaborating with colleagues and counsel across jurisdictions.
Lead negotiations on complex private markets deals involving Mercer's global private funds and SMAs.
Manage timely delivery of projects and advice, including oversight of external counsel within agreed scope and budget.
Oversee all legal aspects in the development, launch and ongoing operation of Mercer investment funds and SMAs, including legal, regulatory and tax structuring, and drafting / reviewing and negotiating constituent documentation (e.g., limited partnership agreements, limited liability company agreements, and associated offering documents).

A minimum of 7 years of experience advising on private funds (both closed-end and open-end), preferably at a law firm.
Strong knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and its application to private funds.
Familiarity with EU, UK, Canadian, and other non-US private fund structures and regulatory requirements.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.

With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective.
The applicable base salary range for this role is $165,500 to $331,000.
In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment.
We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office.
The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements.

Marsh Corporate
Description:
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Legal, Compliance & Public Affairs team at Marsh, supporting our Alternative Investments business.
We will count on you to:
Provide expert counsel to the Investments and Operations teams regarding commercial and legal terms governing fund investments across Alternative asset classes ( e.g., hedge funds, private equity, private debt, real estate, infrastructure) and investment types ( e.g., primary investments, co-investments, GP- and LP-led secondaries).
Advise as needed on corporate actions issued by underlying investments (e.g., proposed fund amendments and consents).

If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.

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