Wilshire
Overview
Wilshire is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our in-house legal team. This role provides comprehensive legal support across the firm’s asset management business, focusing on corporate, fund-related, and regulatory matters. The successful candidate will partner with business, compliance, and operational teams to support product development, fund structuring, and global distribution initiatives, while advising on corporate initiatives and new business opportunities. Responsibilities
Provide legal advice on corporate, regulatory, and fund-related matters, with a focus on private funds and alternative strategies (including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, or hybrid strategies). Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including fund offering documents, investment management agreements, limited partnership agreements, side letters, and vendor/service provider agreements. Advise on investor negotiations, including co-investment arrangements and strategic partnerships. Advise on U.S. and cross-border marketing and distribution issues relating to private funds and other investment products. Collaborate with compliance, structuring, sales, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of business initiatives. Help the business navigate key legal considerations, including ERISA, tax, data privacy, and regulatory requirements. Work closely with external counsel while developing strong internal capabilities. Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 3+ years’ relevant legal experience, with exposure to corporate law and private funds (law firm or in-house). Strong understanding of securities laws, investment fund structures, and asset management regulatory frameworks. Bonus points for familiarity with ERISA, tax, data privacy, or cross-border sales/marketing. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. Effective organizational skills and ability to manage across multiple priorities. A practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving. Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives and communicate effectively with both legal and non-legal colleagues. Collaborative team player with the confidence to provide practical, business-oriented advice. Additional Information
This position will work on a hybrid model out of our Santa Monica or New York office. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a collaborative work environment, generous PTO, 401(k) match, affordable and comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, CFA and other professional membership reimbursement, and more. Compensation
The pay range for this position is $200,000. Base pay will be determined on an individual basis considering location, qualifications, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a full range of health and financial benefit offerings, which will be provided in conjunction with an offer of employment. Additional Notices
Visit Www.wilshire.com for additional company information. Wilshire is an SEC-registered investment adviser and may be required to track certain political contributions under Rule 206(4)-5. You may be required to disclose prior political contributions. Wilshire is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at ApplicantAccessibility@wilshire.com or 310-584-6011. Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race/ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate harassment and we comply with applicable EEO requirements.
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Wilshire is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our in-house legal team. This role provides comprehensive legal support across the firm’s asset management business, focusing on corporate, fund-related, and regulatory matters. The successful candidate will partner with business, compliance, and operational teams to support product development, fund structuring, and global distribution initiatives, while advising on corporate initiatives and new business opportunities. Responsibilities
Provide legal advice on corporate, regulatory, and fund-related matters, with a focus on private funds and alternative strategies (including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, or hybrid strategies). Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including fund offering documents, investment management agreements, limited partnership agreements, side letters, and vendor/service provider agreements. Advise on investor negotiations, including co-investment arrangements and strategic partnerships. Advise on U.S. and cross-border marketing and distribution issues relating to private funds and other investment products. Collaborate with compliance, structuring, sales, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of business initiatives. Help the business navigate key legal considerations, including ERISA, tax, data privacy, and regulatory requirements. Work closely with external counsel while developing strong internal capabilities. Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 3+ years’ relevant legal experience, with exposure to corporate law and private funds (law firm or in-house). Strong understanding of securities laws, investment fund structures, and asset management regulatory frameworks. Bonus points for familiarity with ERISA, tax, data privacy, or cross-border sales/marketing. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. Effective organizational skills and ability to manage across multiple priorities. A practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving. Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives and communicate effectively with both legal and non-legal colleagues. Collaborative team player with the confidence to provide practical, business-oriented advice. Additional Information
This position will work on a hybrid model out of our Santa Monica or New York office. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a collaborative work environment, generous PTO, 401(k) match, affordable and comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, CFA and other professional membership reimbursement, and more. Compensation
The pay range for this position is $200,000. Base pay will be determined on an individual basis considering location, qualifications, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a full range of health and financial benefit offerings, which will be provided in conjunction with an offer of employment. Additional Notices
Visit Www.wilshire.com for additional company information. Wilshire is an SEC-registered investment adviser and may be required to track certain political contributions under Rule 206(4)-5. You may be required to disclose prior political contributions. Wilshire is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at ApplicantAccessibility@wilshire.com or 310-584-6011. Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race/ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate harassment and we comply with applicable EEO requirements.
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