AVP leading Global Capital Formation legal team at Manulife for diverse private markets strategies. Overseeing fund formation, regulatory compliance, and building a high-performing legal team.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Global Capital Formation legal function supporting all aspects of private fund formation
Oversee the structuring, launch, and administration of global funds
Draft, negotiate, and supervise preparation of core private fund documents
Engage directly with senior leadership and investment teams
Provide strategic legal guidance on development of new global private markets products
Advise on regulatory matters and ensure compliance
Collaborate with investment, finance, compliance, tax, operations, and investor relations teams
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing team
Requirements
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic background
10+ years of experience with a focus on private fund formation at an asset manager or leading law firm
Demonstrated ability to lead and team as well as cross-functional initiatives, with effective communication with senior stakeholders
Strong business judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Benefits
health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage
adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits
employee/family assistance plans
various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions)
financial education and counseling resources
generous paid time off program including up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time
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