Corporate Counsel

Allocate

. Provide comprehensive legal assistance with fund formation, onboarding, fund filings, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and other legal activities .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $180,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal assistance for fund formation, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, with a strong understanding of the asset management industry and private funds. Proficient in drafting and negotiating fund-related documents while managing compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

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Private Funds Legal AssistanceInvestment Advisers Act KnowledgeJuris Doctor DegreeActive Bar MembershipRegulatory Compliance Management

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Hard Skills

Fund FormationRegulatory ComplianceDocument DraftingNegotiationInvestment Management AgreementsForm ADV FilingsForm PF FilingsPartnership AgreementsCorporate GovernanceEntity Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organizational SkillsProactive Problem SolvingAttention to DetailRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Compliance SoftwareDocument Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor DegreeActive Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Asset ManagementPrivate Investment FundsSecurities ActRegulation DInvestment Company ActBlue-Sky FilingsBroker-Dealer FrameworkFINRA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive legal assistance with fund formation, onboarding, fund filings, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and other legal activities
Advise on legal and regulatory matters related to formation, distribution/marketing, and operation of private funds and separate account products
Prepare and negotiate private placement memoranda, partnership agreements, side letters, placement agreements, investment management agreements, and other fund-related documents
Support investment activities by reviewing, drafting, and managing engagement letters and other investment-related agreements
Support client and relationship teams with investor onboarding and investor inquiries
Monitor compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards for registered advisers and private investment funds
Assist with Form ADV, Form PF, and Form D filings and coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries
Handle corporate and entity matters, including forming and maintaining fund vehicles, general partner and management entities, corporate governance, entity management, and organizational records
Assist with Allocate’s corporate and commercial matters
Draft, negotiate, and manage transaction documents, carry program documents, client agreements, vendor contracts, and NDAs
Build and maintain relationships with external counsel, clients, internal teams, and other business partners
Contribute to the development of Allocate’s investment and technology products and initiatives
Report to Senior Counsel

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 4 years of experience at a major law firm or in-house legal department working on private funds
Experience with open-ended and closed-ended funds is a plus
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
At least one active bar membership/license to practice law in any state
Strong understanding of the asset management industry and private funds
Detailed knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act, the Securities Act and Regulation D, including Rule 506(b)/(c), accredited-investor and qualified-purchaser standards, and Investment Company Act Sections 3(c)(1) and 3(c)(7)
Familiarity with blue-sky/Form D filings and the broker-dealer/FINRA framework is a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to be hands-on and proactive in offering solutions
Comfortable with technology
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work in the United States
Subject to Allocate’s Code of Ethics and related compliance obligations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Responsible time off (RTO)
401k
Equity
Discretionary performance-based bonus
Remote work if not in SF Bay Area or NY Metro Area