Product Governance Counsel

## The role - You draft and update fund registration statements on Forms N-1A, N-2, and S-3, and review proxy statements on Schedule 14A and Form N-14. - You prepare and file Section 16 forms, Forms N-CSR, N-PX, and other routine SEC filings for registered funds. - You support fund capital structure closings, advisory contract renewal materials under Section 15(c), and corporate actions for US registered funds. - You liaise with fund and independent counsel, draft board memoranda, and coordinate with client services on sub-advised fund filings. - You monitor regulatory changes and maintain internal databases tracking fund data and documentation across the Americas product range. ## What they are looking for - J.D. with 2+ years of experience as a lawyer working with registered funds in financial services; law firm registered funds practice group experience is a plus. - Solid working knowledge of U.S. open-end funds, ETFs, closed-end funds, and the Investment Company Act of 1940. - Ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining close attention to detail. - Strong written and verbal communication skills for drafting regulatory filings, board materials, and legal memoranda. - High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with DocuBuilder is an advantage. ## What is in it for you - Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision coverage plus telehealth and health concierge services from day one. - 4+ weeks of annual vacation plus 9 paid holidays, with paid parental, adoption, and caregiver leave programmes. - 401(k) with an immediately vested profit-sharing contribution and up to $500 annual charity matching. - Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the Philadelphia office and less than 5% travel required.