Trexquant Investment LP
Regulatory Counsel, Investment Adviser (USA)
Trexquant Investment LP, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Regulatory Counsel, Investment Adviser (USA)
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This role is critical in managing investor contractual relationships, guiding the company's understanding of regulatory frameworks and fostering a culture of integrity and ethical practices. You'll collaborate with other attorneys in a small team, senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to proactively manage legal risk and guide the company's investment‑related legal efforts.
Responsibilities
Manage, maintain and advise on fund offering documents, navigate and manage ongoing side letters and agreements for separately managed accounts
Advise on financial market and global trading regulatory obligations, including filings, cybersecurity requirements, and all manner of nuanced topics in the financial market space
Support the company's compliance with SEC regulatory requirements and industry best practices by working closely with the company's Chief Compliance Officer and staff
Provide guidance to Compliance, Technology, Finance, Investor Relations, and Management teams on financial and business legal risks
Monitor and interpret changes in securities laws, SEC regulations, and corporate governance trends
Manage legal efforts to establish counterparty agreements including global clearing and ISDA agreements
Assist with Fund board of director meetings and board governance matters
Support other attorneys on a variety of business and technology legal responsibilities
Support internal investigations and respond to regulatory inquiries as needed
Help develop and maintain internal policies and procedures related to securities law compliance
Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to a U.S. state bar
At least 5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in‑house public company experience
Substantive experience advising on the Investment Advisers Act, Securities Act, and related SEC regulatory regimes
Deep understanding of US and global security regulations, including SEC, CFTC, NFA and FCA frameworks
Strong grasp of corporate governance, board operations and fiduciary obligations
Prior experience drafting and negotiating fund offering documents, side letters, ISDAs, NDAs, and other complex financial agreements
Ability to come 4 days per week in office with greater flexibility over time
Benefits
Competitive salary, plus bonus based on individual and company performance
Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment while solving the hardest problems in the financial markets
PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependents
Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits - making your commute smoother
Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
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This role is critical in managing investor contractual relationships, guiding the company's understanding of regulatory frameworks and fostering a culture of integrity and ethical practices. You'll collaborate with other attorneys in a small team, senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to proactively manage legal risk and guide the company's investment‑related legal efforts.
Responsibilities
Manage, maintain and advise on fund offering documents, navigate and manage ongoing side letters and agreements for separately managed accounts
Advise on financial market and global trading regulatory obligations, including filings, cybersecurity requirements, and all manner of nuanced topics in the financial market space
Support the company's compliance with SEC regulatory requirements and industry best practices by working closely with the company's Chief Compliance Officer and staff
Provide guidance to Compliance, Technology, Finance, Investor Relations, and Management teams on financial and business legal risks
Monitor and interpret changes in securities laws, SEC regulations, and corporate governance trends
Manage legal efforts to establish counterparty agreements including global clearing and ISDA agreements
Assist with Fund board of director meetings and board governance matters
Support other attorneys on a variety of business and technology legal responsibilities
Support internal investigations and respond to regulatory inquiries as needed
Help develop and maintain internal policies and procedures related to securities law compliance
Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to a U.S. state bar
At least 5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in‑house public company experience
Substantive experience advising on the Investment Advisers Act, Securities Act, and related SEC regulatory regimes
Deep understanding of US and global security regulations, including SEC, CFTC, NFA and FCA frameworks
Strong grasp of corporate governance, board operations and fiduciary obligations
Prior experience drafting and negotiating fund offering documents, side letters, ISDAs, NDAs, and other complex financial agreements
Ability to come 4 days per week in office with greater flexibility over time
Benefits
Competitive salary, plus bonus based on individual and company performance
Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment while solving the hardest problems in the financial markets
PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependents
Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits - making your commute smoother
Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
Technology, Information and Internet
#J-18808-Ljbffr