Registered Funds Content Lawyer

Our client's dynamic, deep and well-established Registered Funds Practice encompasses all aspects of the retail investment management business. The team specializes in helping alternative asset managers translate private markets investments into perpetual capital vehicles offered to retail investors, and also guides firms on M&A transactions in the asset management industry, including acquisitions, minority investments and joint ventures.

The Registered Funds Content Lawyer is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive content strategy focused on innovative and complex registered funds products and regulatory developments. In close collaboration with practice partners, this role produces high-quality written content including industry publications, thought leadership pieces, market updates, and long-form articles for a sophisticated audience of asset management firms, traditional private equity sponsors, and prospective clients.

The ideal candidate brings practitioner-level expertise in the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, and SEC rulemaking, exemptive relief, and no-action letter practices. Grounded in hands-on experience with fund formation, board governance, compliance architecture, and the convergence of private fund strategies with registered product structures, this expertise will shape the role's content strategy and editorial perspective. The role will partner closely with practicing attorneys, business development professionals, and firm leadership to deliver incisive, commercially relevant publications that deepen client relationships, elevate the practice's market profile, and position the firm at the forefront of thought leadership.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and execute a forward-looking editorial calendar and content pipeline covering key topics across the registered funds space, including Retail 3c7s, interval funds, tender offer funds, non-traded REITs, business development companies (BDCs), and closed-end funds.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and market developments—including SEC rulemaking, no-action letters, exemptive applications, and enforcement actions—and identify opportunities for timely written commentary.
Coordinate with practice group attorneys and firm leadership to align content priorities with strategic objectives, client interests, and business development goals.
Evaluate emerging trends in registered funds product structuring and distribution to ensure published content reflects current market thinking.
Research, draft, edit, and publish a broad range of written work product, including client alerts, long-form articles, white papers, market commentary, and regulatory summaries.
Translate complex legal and regulatory concepts into clear, polished, and commercially oriented prose accessible to a sophisticated readership.
Maintain rigorous editorial standards across all published content, ensuring accuracy, consistency of voice, and adherence to style and branding guidelines.
Manage the end-to-end editorial workflow, from topic identification and initial drafting through internal review and final publication.
Track and analyze regulatory developments affecting registered funds, including proposed and final SEC rules, staff guidance, and industry comment letters, and distill key takeaways into actionable content.
Monitor and report on market trends, including the convergence of private fund strategies with registered fund structures, and the evolving competitive landscape.
Develop and maintain a repository of published content and reference materials organized by topic and product type.
Prepare periodic market update reports and regulatory digests for distribution to clients and internal stakeholders.
Support business development efforts by contributing written content for pitch materials, RFP responses, and client-facing presentations.
Collaborate with marketing and business development professionals to identify repurposing opportunities for outreach, conference submissions, and speaking engagements.
Monitor client and industry feedback on published content to refine editorial priorities and align with audience interests.
Provide editorial support and guidance to attorneys contributing to firm publications.
Undertake additional content and editorial projects as assigned.

Education

J.D. or equivalent.

Skills & Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in investment management, securities regulation, or a closely related practice area, with substantive exposure to registered funds products and the regulatory framework.
Demonstrated expertise in the Investment Company Act of 1940, SEC regulations, and the structuring and operation of registered closed-end funds, interval funds, tender offer funds, BDCs, and non-traded REITs.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a proven ability to produce polished, publication-ready content on complex legal and financial topics.
Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize regulatory developments and market trends into clear, commercially relevant commentary.
Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, meet editorial deadlines, and maintain a consistent publishing cadence.
Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all published work.
Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage productively with attorneys, business professionals, and senior leadership.
Familiarity with content management systems, digital publishing platforms, and editorial workflow tools is preferred.

Salary & Benefits

Estimated base salary range for this position is $250,000 to $300,000. Actual salary offered will depend on various factors including qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. This role is exempt and not eligible for overtime pay. The firm will not sponsor work visas for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum of 5 years of experience in investment management, securities regulation, or a closely related practice area, with substantive exposure to registered funds products and the regulatory framework.
Demonstrated expertise in the Investment Company Act of 1940, SEC regulations, and the structuring and operation of registered closed-end funds, interval funds, tender offer funds, BDCs, and non-traded REITs.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a proven ability to produce polished, publication-ready content on complex legal and financial topics.
Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize regulatory developments and market trends into clear, commercially relevant commentary.
Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, meet editorial deadlines, and maintain a consistent publishing cadence.
Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all published work.
Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage productively with attorneys, business professionals, and senior leadership.
Familiarity with content management systems, digital publishing platforms, and editorial workflow tools is preferred.

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