Director, Associate Counsel – WealthNew York, NYJob Title: Director, Associate Counsel – WealthDepartment: Legal & ComplianceReports To: Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel – WealthFLSA Code: ExemptEstimated Salary: $210,000 - $245,000Job Summary: Associate Counsel will work with Associate General Counsel, Associate Counsel, paralegals and other staff to provide legal support for the firm's U.S. registered funds, sub-advisory relationships and other retail products, including separately managed accounts and model-based programs. Will work closely with senior management and other teams across the firm including fund administration and compliance and will handle regulatory issues and general legal matters.
Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients.Major Responsibilities/Activities:Provide legal advice and support on issues relating to the firm's U.S. registered open- and closed-end funds, exchange-traded funds, retail separately managed accounts, model-based programs and sub-advisory relationships with particular emphasis on contracts, distribution, product development, marketing and sales practicesAssist in preparation of materials for board meetings; attend board meetings and draft minutesDraft organizational documents, board actions, investment management agreements and service provider contractsHandle regulatory issues, general legal matters and work closely with the compliance and fund administration teamPreparation and filing of annual prospectus updates and draft registration statements for new funds and series; oversee all other required 1940 Act filingsReview and negotiate distribution, platform and other agreements with fund intermediariesWork closely with senior managementMinimum Requirements:Attorney with top credentials, at least 2-4 years of related experience in-house, regulatory, or leading law firm requiredHas detailed knowledge of securities laws applicable to registered investment companies including the Investment Company Act of 1940Experience with the following: Open-end funds, closed-end funds, exchange-traded funds and other registered productsLegal issues relating to asset managementNegotiating and drafting contractsIntelligent, bright, conceptual thinker and a quick learner with the ability to quickly assess a situation and generate new insights and usable ideasOutstanding reputation of professional integrity and have the potential to be immediately, personally credible within the organization and in the investment and client communitiesHardworking with an ability to multi-task in a dynamic work environmentAn independent entrepreneurial self-starter with the ability to get things doneExcellent communication and presentation skillsConsensus builder and team player with the ability to work well on a team and within an organizationCultural skills and sensitivities to work effectively in a global organizationIn-office collaboration in criticalLaw degree requiredDemonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectivesAgrees to comply with the firm's hybrid work policy ("work from home policy," as aligned with the Company's employee handbook), which currently requires reporting to the Company's New York City office four (4) days per week, with one (1) remote workday permittedExperience with the following is preferred, but not required:Knowledge of securities laws applicable to registered investment advisers including the Investment Adviser's Act of 1940Experience with the following: Separately managed accounts and model-based programsSub-advisory relationshipsCompliance policies and proceduresISDA Master Agreements and other ancillary documentation for derivatives businessIssues faced by Broker/DealersNote: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The job title or duties and responsibilities may be changed by the Company at any time.