Counsel- Funds Governance and Advisory Group

Job description

Counsel Position - Funds Governance and Advisory Group

The candidate will complete legal work required with respect to the ongoing maintenance of a large mutual fund complex. Substantial experience in the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 in the context of a retail mutual funds operation is required.



Responsibilities include :



Organizing Board meetings, drafting and/or reviewing Board materials and minutes and serving as Secretary of Board meetings; drafting and/or reviewing Form N-1A and N-2 registration statements, prospectuses, SAIs and prospectus supplements, Form N-14 registration statements, proxy statements, shareholder meeting materials, and exemptive applications, as applicable. Attending meetings, including Board, committee, and shareholder meetings. Providing counsel to the Chief Compliance Officer in connection with the firm's compliance policies and procedures and providing project-specific and general securities and corporate law advice to all business partners.



The candidate will have regular, ongoing interaction with the supervising attorney and group paralegals, other members of the Legal Department, senior managers, outside counsel, independent registered public accountants, sub-advisers and other business partners. The candidate will be required to frequently facilitate communication among all major stakeholders, including senior management and control functions.

Qualifications - External

Advanced Legal Degree or local country equivalent degree usually required. Requires licensure or certification for placement in the role; 3-7 years minimum of total work experience as a qualified attorney is preferred. Prior corporate legal experience within the financial services industry or experience in assigned practice area (e.g., securities, employment, etc.) with an outside law firm is preferred.

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals With Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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