Legal Associate, Registered Funds

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Apollo Global Capital Full time

Position Overview

At Apollo, we're a global team of alternative investment managers passionate about delivering uncommon value to our investors and shareholders. With over 30 years of proven expertise across Private Equity, Credit and Real Estate, regions and industries, we're known for our integrated businesses, our strong investment performance, our value-oriented philosophy – and our people.

The Associate will be responsible for providing legal advice and support for Apollo's direct lending platform, which includes registered investment companies, business development companies and other permanent capital vehicles. This person will manage the day-to-day legal operations of the Apollo regulated funds and partner with other members of the legal team and other professionals on corporate governance matters, co-investment transactions, strategic and capital markets transactions, global wealth initiatives, and other general corporate matters.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice and support with respect to all aspects of corporate governance and day-to-day operations for Apollo's regulated funds
  • Advise on Investment Company Act of Act) issues related to transactions, co-investments, restructurings, joint ventures, multi-tranche/cross-holdings and similar transactions
  • Advise on 40 Act issues applicable to strategic initiatives, including public adviser and fund structures
  • Provide legal advice and support with respect to the build-out of the global wealth management business, including the development and structuring of new retail-based product offerings
  • Advise on transactions subject to Apollo's co-investment exemptive order and assist with compliance thereof
  • Draft, review and negotiate offering documents, investment management agreements, distribution arrangements, and various third-party service provider agreements
  • Advise on and assist with the preparation, review, and filing of various filings and reports under the Securities Exchange Act (33 Act) and 40 Act, including 10Q, 10K, 8K, N-CEN, N-CSR, N-PORT, Section 16 filings, etc.
  • Support stock exchange compliance; oversee preparation and coordination of filings and communications with the exchanges, as applicable
  • Advise on corporate governance matters for the boards of directors and committees, including preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of board materials, setting agendas, interfacing with the board members, attending meetings, and preparing minutes
  • Advise on and assist with preparation of proxy statements and shareholder meeting related materials
  • Review and advise on marketing and investor relations materials, and assist in responding to due diligence requests
  • Advise on Form ADV filings/disclosures, assist with drafting and maintenance of registered fund and adviser compliance manuals and advise on Rule 38a-1 and Rule testing and reporting

Qualifications & Experience

  • Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school required; member in good standing with the New York State Bar Association
  • 1-2+ years of relevant legal experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at an alternative investment manager of registered/regulated products
  • Fluent in the 40 Act, the Advisers Act, and the 33 and 34 Acts
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral; ability to distill complex concepts into discernable terms
  • Superior interpersonal skills; builds and maintains strong relationships/credibility with relevant stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently while also supervising and guiding others in performing tasks
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, rigorous work environment; effectively anticipates and prioritizes work and meets deadlines
  • Ability to think critically and solve challenges with innovative solutions
  • Entrepreneurial, self-guided work ethic with results-driven orientation
  • Possesses professional integrity and the discretion, tact, and ability to maintain confidentiality

Pay Range

225,000

The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.



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