What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-house Senior Counsel position at Hedge Fund Hire LLC?
Senior Counsel
Position Overview :
We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded, and versatile Senior Counsel to establish and lead a best-in-class legal function. This individual will ensure compliance with global laws and regulations while safeguarding the General Partner (GP) and the firm’s interests. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of complex fund structures, administration, and capital raising. They should be adept at communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels, particularly C-suite executives, and possess strategic thinking skills.
The ideal candidate should be comfortable engaging with granular details while maintaining a pragmatic, commercial approach.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead all legal activities globally, with occasional external counsel support.
- Partner closely with the CFO, COO, CEO, trading teams, and other key stakeholders to provide strategic legal guidance.
- Oversee and manage all legal documentation and agreements, ensuring records are accurate, organized, and up to date.
- Provide transparent and trusted legal support for investor negotiations and updates.
- Review, draft, and negotiate a range of transactional documentation, identifying risks and offering practical solutions.
- Negotiate new FCM, DMA, and borrowing base agreements to support firm operations.
- Advise on complex international laws and regulations relevant to the fund’s business environment.
- Provide legal due diligence support for new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with the Head of Compliance on regulatory matters.
- Contribute to firm policies and procedures, including drafting and implementation.
- Provide input into budgets and work plans to support legal and business objectives.
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