iCapital is powering the worlds alternative investment marketplace. Our financial technology platform has transformed how advisors, wealth management firms, asset managers, & banks evaluate & recommend bespoke public & private market strategies for their high-net-worth clients. iCapital services approximately $180 billion in global client assets invested in 1,441 funds, as of February 2024.

iCapital has been named to the Forbes Fintech 50 for seven consecutive years (2018-2023); a three-time selection by Forbes to its list of Best Startup Employers (2021-2023); & a three-time winner of MMI/Barrons Solutions Provider award (See link below). 

About the Role

iCapital is looking to hire an Assistant Vice President, Fund Attorney to join the Legal team.  The focus of this role will include representing private funds (both hedge & private equity funds) on a wide spectrum of matters including compliance & regulatory issues, capital raising, marketing, investor relations, fund formation & structuring, corporate transactional matters, etc.  The ideal candidate should have strong experience in both drafting & negotiating fund documents, side letters, placement agreements & related fund materials.  This person will work closely with our Senior Vice President, Legal, in Canada, throughout the fund formation process.

 Responsibilities

• Negotiate various agreements with counterparties including fund managers & distribution agents.
• Draft & review of private fund offering materials, partnership agreements, & other private fund legal documentation.
• Assist with regulatory filings.
• Advise on the legal implications of offering new & existing products & services.
• Coordinate outside legal counsel with respect to a variety of issues including regulatory, corporate & fund investment work.
• Draft & review various contracts, non-disclosure agreements, & other legal documentation.
• Perform ad hoc research projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of legal experience within the investment management space (alternative investments, including in Private Equity & Hedge Funds), advising Canadian investment fund managers, portfolio managers & exempt market dealers on fund formation & related matters
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian securities laws, including registrant & investment fund regulation, & other regulatory frameworks relevant to the investment management industry
• Adaptable & entrepreneurial, able to learn new topics & work within the fast-paced, growing & constantly evolving structure of a high-growth company
• Member in good standing of Ontario Bar
• Top law firm background
• In-house experience at an asset management firm is a plus
• Strong interpersonal & leadership skills
• Organized & detail-oriented with big picture capability

Benefits

iCapital offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive total compensation package consisting of salary, bonus, & equity for all full-time employees.   The Company pays 100% of the premium for all Group Benefits for you & your dependents.  Some of these benefits include medical, dental, vison, prescription, life insurance & long term disability.  We offer a variety of Retirement Plans so of which have a company match.   We offer unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) & most employees the flexibility to work in the office three to four days & remotely for the remainder of the week.  Every department has different needs, & some positions will be designated in-office jobs, based on their function. For additional information on iCapital, please visit https://www.icapitalnetwork.com/about-us  Twitter: @icapitalnetwork | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/icapital-network-inc Awards Disclaimer: https://www.icapitalnetwork.com/about-us/recognition/

iCapital is proud to support a fair & inclusive workplace, in which all applicants have an opportunity to fulfill their potential & every person has the right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination.  iCapital does not tolerate any discrimination contrary to the Ontario Human Rights Code, including on the grounds of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.