Alternative Investment & Private Markets Attorney
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Job Summary
The Vice President in the Legal and Compliance Division will provide legal coverage for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management’s Alternative Investments and Private Markets businesses, focusing on alternative investment funds and private securities transactions.
The position is based in Purchase, NY, and reports to the head of the Alternative Investments legal team. You will work closely with attorneys across the Alternative Investments and Private Markets legal teams, as well as with advisory attorneys covering other Morgan Stanley Wealth Management products and services.
Responsibilities
Analyze, review, negotiate, structure, and approve matters related to the offering and distribution of alternative investment funds and other private securities.
Draft and negotiate a wide range of legal agreements, including placement agent agreements, distribution agreements, custom fund offerings, and servicing agreements.
Review offering documents (private placement memoranda, limited partner agreements, side letters), early stage transaction documents (NDAs, term sheets, agreements), subscription agreements, and ongoing fund communications.
Advise on legal obligations arising from corporate governance, investor relations, fund‑raising, distribution, marketing, and investing activities, and resolve legal‑related issues with order processing (subscriptions, transfers).
Review marketing materials and investor presentations for compliance with FINRA and SEC advertising rules.
Improve operational efficiency by partnering with the Mumbai Legal team and streamlining processes.
Review and negotiate client account documentation related to alternative investment products and services.
Interpret relevant statutes, rules, and regulations applicable to wealth management and monitor legal developments impacting alternative investments.
Lead education presentations to the business unit and other Morgan Stanley Wealth Management attorneys.
Maintain forms agreements and work on discrete projects, regulatory inquiries, fund maintenance, and other related matters.
Qualifications
J.D. required.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience at a top‑quality law firm and/or in‑house practice with a financial services firm.
Experience with alternative investments, co‑investments, direct investments, or secondary transactions in private securities.
Experience reviewing and interpreting statutes, rules, and regulations, with knowledge of U.S. securities laws including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933 (Regulation D), Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and Investment Company Act of 1940.
Familiarity with broker‑dealer/FINRA matters, ERISA, anti‑money‑laundering regulations, data protection laws, and tax considerations related to alternative investments.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross‑functional groups.
Professional maturity, confidence, independence, drive, initiative, excellent judgment, analytical, oral and written communication, interpersonal, management, and administrative skills.
Strong teamwork and multitasking ability in a fast‑paced environment; proactive prioritization of tasks.
Desired Skills
Professional maturity, confidence, independence, drive, and initiative.
Excellent judgment and analytical skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, management, and administrative skills.
Teamwork and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to evaluate and prioritize among multiple tasks proactively.
Location
Purchase, NY. The role is hybrid, requiring three days in the office.
Compensation
Expected base pay range: $110,000 to $190,000 per year at commencement of employment, with additional variable compensation and benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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The Vice President in the Legal and Compliance Division will provide legal coverage for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management’s Alternative Investments and Private Markets businesses, focusing on alternative investment funds and private securities transactions.
The position is based in Purchase, NY, and reports to the head of the Alternative Investments legal team. You will work closely with attorneys across the Alternative Investments and Private Markets legal teams, as well as with advisory attorneys covering other Morgan Stanley Wealth Management products and services.
Responsibilities
Analyze, review, negotiate, structure, and approve matters related to the offering and distribution of alternative investment funds and other private securities.
Draft and negotiate a wide range of legal agreements, including placement agent agreements, distribution agreements, custom fund offerings, and servicing agreements.
Review offering documents (private placement memoranda, limited partner agreements, side letters), early stage transaction documents (NDAs, term sheets, agreements), subscription agreements, and ongoing fund communications.
Advise on legal obligations arising from corporate governance, investor relations, fund‑raising, distribution, marketing, and investing activities, and resolve legal‑related issues with order processing (subscriptions, transfers).
Review marketing materials and investor presentations for compliance with FINRA and SEC advertising rules.
Improve operational efficiency by partnering with the Mumbai Legal team and streamlining processes.
Review and negotiate client account documentation related to alternative investment products and services.
Interpret relevant statutes, rules, and regulations applicable to wealth management and monitor legal developments impacting alternative investments.
Lead education presentations to the business unit and other Morgan Stanley Wealth Management attorneys.
Maintain forms agreements and work on discrete projects, regulatory inquiries, fund maintenance, and other related matters.
Qualifications
J.D. required.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience at a top‑quality law firm and/or in‑house practice with a financial services firm.
Experience with alternative investments, co‑investments, direct investments, or secondary transactions in private securities.
Experience reviewing and interpreting statutes, rules, and regulations, with knowledge of U.S. securities laws including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933 (Regulation D), Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and Investment Company Act of 1940.
Familiarity with broker‑dealer/FINRA matters, ERISA, anti‑money‑laundering regulations, data protection laws, and tax considerations related to alternative investments.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross‑functional groups.
Professional maturity, confidence, independence, drive, initiative, excellent judgment, analytical, oral and written communication, interpersonal, management, and administrative skills.
Strong teamwork and multitasking ability in a fast‑paced environment; proactive prioritization of tasks.
Desired Skills
Professional maturity, confidence, independence, drive, and initiative.
Excellent judgment and analytical skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, management, and administrative skills.
Teamwork and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to evaluate and prioritize among multiple tasks proactively.
Location
Purchase, NY. The role is hybrid, requiring three days in the office.
Compensation
Expected base pay range: $110,000 to $190,000 per year at commencement of employment, with additional variable compensation and benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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