AVP, Head of Global Capital Formation Legal
Manulife Financial, Boston, MA, United States
Manulife Investment Management’s Private Markets business is seeking a highly experienced
AVP, Head of Global Capital Formation Legal
to lead its
Global Capital Formation legal team , supporting a diverse range of private markets strategies including private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, timberland and agriculture. This role serves as the lead legal advisor on global fund formation, capital raising, investor negotiations, product structuring, and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate has
10+ years of private fund formation experience , deep technical knowledge of U.S. securities laws, extensive experience negotiating with institutional investors, and proven leadership capability within a global asset management environment.
Position Responsibilities Fund Formation & Product Structuring
Lead and manage the Global Capital Formation legal function supporting all aspects of private fund formation across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real estate, timberland and agriculture.
Oversee the structuring, launch, and administration of global funds with co‑investment vehicles, parallel structures, and feeder vehicles as well as funds of one and separately managed accounts.
Draft, negotiate, and supervise preparation of core private fund documents, including: Limited partnership agreements, Private placement memoranda, Subscription agreements, Investment management agreements and Side letters
Engage directly with senior leadership and investment teams to resolve complex structuring, operational, and investor-related matters.
Provide strategic legal guidance on development of new global private markets products and customized investor solutions and partner closely with investor relations and distribution teams on fundraising for global private markets strategies.
Regulatory, Governance & Compliance Oversight
Advise on regulatory matters involving the Investment Advisers Act, Securities Act, and Investment Company Act, including development and maintenance of fund-related policies and procedures.
Review and approve investor communications and marketing materials to ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
Oversee preparation and updating of Form ADV and other regulatory filings for private markets entities.
Cross‑Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Collaborate with investment, finance, compliance, tax, operations, and investor relations teams on capital formation strategy, product development, fund closings, and ongoing fund governance.
Manage external counsel engagements to ensure efficiency, cost‑effectiveness, and consistency across global fund launches.
Serve as the principal legal advisor to the Global Capital Formation function and a strategic partner to business leadership.
Leadership & Team Management
Build, develop, and lead a high‑performing team supporting global private fund formation activities.
Drive continuous improvement across legal processes, documentation standards, and fundraising workflows.
Contribute to strategic planning for the long‑term growth of the Private Markets platform.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic background.
10+ years of experience
with a focus on private fund formation at an asset manager or leading law firm.
Demonstrated ability to lead and team as well as cross‑functional initiatives, with effective communication with senior stakeholders.
Strong business judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
When you join our team
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
マニュライフとジョン・ハンコックについて マニュライフ・ファイナンシャル・コーポレーションは、「あなたの未来に、わかりやすさを」を提供する、国際的な大手金融サービスプロバイダーです。当社について詳しくは、 https://www.manulife.co.jp/ をご覧ください。
マニュライフは機会均等を是とする雇用主です マニュライフ/ジョン・ハンコックでは、多様性を受け入れます。私たちは、サービス提供先であるお客さまと同様に、多様な人材を引きつけ、育成し、定着させ、文化や個人の力を受け入れる包括的な職場環境を促進するよう努めています。当社は公正な採用、定着、昇進、報酬に努めています。当社のすべての慣行およびプログラムは、人種、祖先、出身地、肌の色、民族的出自、市民権、宗教または宗教的信念、信条、性別（妊娠および妊娠関連の状態を含む）、性的指向、遺伝的特徴、退役軍人としての地位、性自認、性に関する表明、年齢、婚姻状況、家族状況、障害、または適用法で保護されるその他の要因に対する一切の差別を行うことなく管理されます。
雇用への平等なアクセスを提供するために、障壁を取り除くことが当社の優先事項です。人事担当者は、応募者が応募プロセス中に合理的配慮を要求する場合に協力します。配慮要求のプロセス中に共有されるすべての情報は、適用される法律およびマニュライフ/ジョン・ハンコックのポリシーに準拠した方法で保存および使用されます。申請プロセスにおいて合理的配慮を要求するには、 hr@manulife.com までご連絡をお願いします。
Referenced Salary Location Boston, Massachusetts
Working Arrangement ハイブリッド勤務
Salary range is expected to be between $156,700.00 USD - $290,900.00 USD
Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact hr@manulife.com for the salary range for your location.
Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.
We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement.
Know Your Rights
Family & Medical Leave
Employee Polygraph Protection
Right to Work
E-Verify
Company: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
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AVP, Head of Global Capital Formation Legal
to lead its
Global Capital Formation legal team , supporting a diverse range of private markets strategies including private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, timberland and agriculture. This role serves as the lead legal advisor on global fund formation, capital raising, investor negotiations, product structuring, and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate has
10+ years of private fund formation experience , deep technical knowledge of U.S. securities laws, extensive experience negotiating with institutional investors, and proven leadership capability within a global asset management environment.
Position Responsibilities Fund Formation & Product Structuring
Lead and manage the Global Capital Formation legal function supporting all aspects of private fund formation across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real estate, timberland and agriculture.
Oversee the structuring, launch, and administration of global funds with co‑investment vehicles, parallel structures, and feeder vehicles as well as funds of one and separately managed accounts.
Draft, negotiate, and supervise preparation of core private fund documents, including: Limited partnership agreements, Private placement memoranda, Subscription agreements, Investment management agreements and Side letters
Engage directly with senior leadership and investment teams to resolve complex structuring, operational, and investor-related matters.
Provide strategic legal guidance on development of new global private markets products and customized investor solutions and partner closely with investor relations and distribution teams on fundraising for global private markets strategies.
Regulatory, Governance & Compliance Oversight
Advise on regulatory matters involving the Investment Advisers Act, Securities Act, and Investment Company Act, including development and maintenance of fund-related policies and procedures.
Review and approve investor communications and marketing materials to ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
Oversee preparation and updating of Form ADV and other regulatory filings for private markets entities.
Cross‑Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Collaborate with investment, finance, compliance, tax, operations, and investor relations teams on capital formation strategy, product development, fund closings, and ongoing fund governance.
Manage external counsel engagements to ensure efficiency, cost‑effectiveness, and consistency across global fund launches.
Serve as the principal legal advisor to the Global Capital Formation function and a strategic partner to business leadership.
Leadership & Team Management
Build, develop, and lead a high‑performing team supporting global private fund formation activities.
Drive continuous improvement across legal processes, documentation standards, and fundraising workflows.
Contribute to strategic planning for the long‑term growth of the Private Markets platform.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic background.
10+ years of experience
with a focus on private fund formation at an asset manager or leading law firm.
Demonstrated ability to lead and team as well as cross‑functional initiatives, with effective communication with senior stakeholders.
Strong business judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
When you join our team
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
マニュライフとジョン・ハンコックについて マニュライフ・ファイナンシャル・コーポレーションは、「あなたの未来に、わかりやすさを」を提供する、国際的な大手金融サービスプロバイダーです。当社について詳しくは、 https://www.manulife.co.jp/ をご覧ください。
マニュライフは機会均等を是とする雇用主です マニュライフ/ジョン・ハンコックでは、多様性を受け入れます。私たちは、サービス提供先であるお客さまと同様に、多様な人材を引きつけ、育成し、定着させ、文化や個人の力を受け入れる包括的な職場環境を促進するよう努めています。当社は公正な採用、定着、昇進、報酬に努めています。当社のすべての慣行およびプログラムは、人種、祖先、出身地、肌の色、民族的出自、市民権、宗教または宗教的信念、信条、性別（妊娠および妊娠関連の状態を含む）、性的指向、遺伝的特徴、退役軍人としての地位、性自認、性に関する表明、年齢、婚姻状況、家族状況、障害、または適用法で保護されるその他の要因に対する一切の差別を行うことなく管理されます。
雇用への平等なアクセスを提供するために、障壁を取り除くことが当社の優先事項です。人事担当者は、応募者が応募プロセス中に合理的配慮を要求する場合に協力します。配慮要求のプロセス中に共有されるすべての情報は、適用される法律およびマニュライフ/ジョン・ハンコックのポリシーに準拠した方法で保存および使用されます。申請プロセスにおいて合理的配慮を要求するには、 hr@manulife.com までご連絡をお願いします。
Referenced Salary Location Boston, Massachusetts
Working Arrangement ハイブリッド勤務
Salary range is expected to be between $156,700.00 USD - $290,900.00 USD
Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact hr@manulife.com for the salary range for your location.
Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.
We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement.
Know Your Rights
Family & Medical Leave
Employee Polygraph Protection
Right to Work
E-Verify
Company: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
#LI-JH
#J-18808-Ljbffr