Vice President II – Counsel, Institutional Asset Management

Voya Financial

. Support investment advisory activities across insurance company general accounts, private funds, collective investment trusts, separately managed accounts, commingled funds, and pension and retirement-related investment products .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeAtlanta • New York • United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in investment advisory activities, regulatory compliance, and legal considerations in asset management, with a strong focus on insurance company balance sheet investing and investment transactions.

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J.D. From An Accredited Law SchoolActive Bar Membership6–12 Years Of Relevant Legal ExperienceExperience With Institutional Asset ManagementStrong Drafting And Negotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Investment Management AgreementsRegulatory ComplianceStructured InvestmentsDue DiligenceInvestment TransactionsAnalytical SkillsInsurance Asset ManagementClient/Investor-Related Transaction DocumentsRegulatory FrameworksAsset Classes

Soft Skills

Excellent JudgmentCommunication SkillsCollaborative ApproachTeam-OrientedAbility To Manage Multiple Matters

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Advisers ActFINRA RegulationsERISAInsurance Company Balance Sheet InvestingRegulatory ExaminationsLegal And Regulatory RisksCross-Functional InitiativesPrivate CreditInvestment RestructuringsCommingled Funds

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support investment advisory activities across insurance company general accounts, private funds, collective investment trusts, separately managed accounts, commingled funds, and pension and retirement-related investment products
Support strategic investment transactions, including structured investments, direct investments, and co-investments, from due diligence through closing
Advise portfolio management teams on legal and regulatory considerations for insurance company balance sheet investing
Draft, review, and negotiate investment management agreements, confidentiality agreements, and client/investor-related transaction documents
Coordinate with and manage outside counsel on transactional and regulatory matters
Support regulatory and compliance matters involving the Advisers Act, FINRA regulations, ERISA, and asset management-related regulatory frameworks
Partner with Compliance and Risk Management teams to assess and mitigate legal and regulatory risks
Assist with regulatory examinations, inquiries, and responses
Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and business colleagues on cross-functional initiatives and special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing
Approximately 6–12 years of relevant legal experience
Substantive experience with institutional asset management, including exposure to a range of asset classes and client types
Experience with insurance asset management strongly preferred
Familiarity with insurance company balance sheet investing and related regulatory considerations strongly preferred
Experience with investment transactions, such as structured debt investments, private credit, direct investments, or investment restructurings
Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines independently
Excellent judgment and communication skills
Ability to convey complex legal and regulatory concepts clearly to business partners
Collaborative, team-oriented approach and ability to work effectively across disciplines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
401(k) Savings plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
Voya Retirement Plan — employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
20 days paid time off
Nine paid company holidays
Flexible Diversity Celebration Day
Paid volunteer time — 40 hours per calendar year
Annual cash incentives, sales incentives, and/or long-term incentives based on the role