Principal Legal Counsel

SS&C Technologies

. Support Investment Company Act of 1940 (’40 Act) fund governance and registration matters for open-end and closed-end funds .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fund governance and regulatory compliance, particularly under the Investment Company Act of 1940, with strong capabilities in preparing and negotiating fund-related agreements and overseeing regulatory filings. Proficient in managing multiple client matters and providing legal administration services while ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctorate10+ Years Experience in ’40 Act PracticeFund Governance ExpertiseRegulatory Filing PreparationExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Fund-Related Agreements PreparationRegulatory Filings (Form N-1A, Form N-2)Legal Administration ServicesAdvisers Act KnowledgeSupervision of Paralegals

Soft Skills

Ability to Manage Multiple Client MattersStrong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationAbility to Work with Little Supervision

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)AI Platforms

Industry Keywords

Investment Company Act of 1940Mutual FundETFClosed-End FundU.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Investment Company Act of 1940 (’40 Act) fund governance and registration matters for open-end and closed-end funds
Provide legal administration services to SS&C clients
Prepare and negotiate fund-related agreements
Provide advice and expertise on investment adviser, mutual fund, ETF, and closed-end fund legal matters
Prepare and oversee mutual fund, ETF, and closed-end fund regulatory filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including Form N-1A and Form N-2 registration statements
Prepare and oversee materials for ’40 Act fund board meetings
Attend board meetings and draft minutes
Collaborate with paralegal teams in providing legal administration services
May supervise one or more paralegals depending on experience
Prepare and review advisory, transfer agency, and fund administration agreements
Monitor and report on regulatory developments
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate
10+ years of experience at a law firm or financial services firm focusing on Advisers Act and ’40 Act practice
Ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously
Ability to work with little supervision
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Experience with AI platforms a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong ability to communicate with internal and external clients
Must be willing to work on site a minimum of 6 days/month

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Professional development reimbursement opportunity
Potential discretionary annual bonus
Potential equity awards, including restricted stock units or stock options