Investment Management Governance Attorney, VP
2 days ago• Flexible / Remote
- Support a team that is responsible for the management of all aspects of board of director/trustee operations, including coordination and operation of board meetings, and U.S. registered fund disclosure practices. - Collaborate with other members of the Legal and Compliance Division to advise key business stakeholders across functional areas on board initiatives and the fund lifecycle process, including new product initiatives, fund reorganizations, and other board-level initiatives. - Provide legal advice and support with respect to corporate governance matters for MSIM's U.S. registered funds business, including liaising with external counsel and the boards, creating and reviewing board materials, and providing guidance to business partners and senior management on board proposals. - Assist in the advising on the preparation of U.S. registered fund registration statements, shareholder reports and other regulatory filings. - Support the continuous evaluation and implementation of enhancements to existing board and disclosure processes and practices. - Monitor industry trends and regulatory developments impacting U.S. registered funds and coordinate associated implications with internal stakeholders and to the boards of directors / trustees. - Assist in the ongoing development and implementation of MSIM U.S. regulatory advocacy strategy. You thrive on working in a fast-paced, global business that demands creativity, excellence, and adaptability, and requires attention to detail, strong time management and organizational skills, and a logical/analytical approach. You think critically, spot issues, and exercise good judgement. You enjoy working in a team environment but are also able to work independently. - A J.D. from a nationally-recognized law school with bar admission and at least 3-8 years of professional working experience at a reputable law firm or asset-manager with a focus on registered products - Demonstrated experience working with or supporting U.S. registered investment advisers, including involvement in board reporting, fund governance, and disclosure matters. - Understanding of the regulatory environment and trends relevant to asset management with experience advising on legal matters related to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and investment adviser fiduciary duties. - Experience engaging and overseeing external counsel as necessary Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $120,000 and $205,000 per year at the commencement of employment. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote
Job ID: Morgan-549786592710
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-20T18:35:34
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- FSA
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Return-to-Work Program
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)