Vice President, Private Funds Legal Counsel

About this role

BlackRocks business is investing on behalf of our clients from large institutions to parents and grandparents doctors and teachers who entrust their savings to us. We are committed to our clientsperiod. Our promise is to offer them the clearest thinking about what to do with their money and the products and services they need to secure a better financial future.

Thats why investors of all kinds have made us the worlds largest asset manager entrusting us with trillions of dollars and its why companies institutions and global governments come to us for help meeting their biggest financial challenges.

We know you want to feel valued every single day and be recognized for your contribution. At BlackRock we strive to empower our employees and actively engage their involvement in our success. Come join our team and experience what it feels like to be part of an organization that makes a difference.

BlackRock offers all types of investment products services and strategies to institutional investors. Our diverse platform of active index and alternative investment strategies across asset classes allows BlackRock to tailor investment outcomes and asset allocation solutions for clients.

Private Funds Attorney

We are searching for an attorney to join BlackRocks private funds legal team. This individual will support the structuring launch governance marketing and ongoing operation of a broad range of private funds across BlackRocks global alternatives platform. The role involves extensive crossfunctional engagement exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to work across multiple asset classes and jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent legal judgment strong drafting and negotiation skills comfort navigating complex regulatory regimes and the ability to work collaboratively in a high-volume fast-moving environment.

This position will be located in either Atlanta or New York.

To ensure success in the role you will possess the following:

• J.D. with outstanding academic credentials from a nationally-recognized law school and four or more years experience as a lawyer in the asset management or fund formation group within a major law firm the legal department of an investment management firm or the alternative investment division at an investment bank. Fund formation experience and familiarity with the U.S. Securities Act (Reg D / Reg S) the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) and the other U.S. and non-U.S. laws impacting privately offered funds would be preferred.
• Demonstrated initiative and accountability excellent analytical written and verbal communications skills comfort with working across different business functions while remaining responsive and the desire to work creatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to draft negotiate and interpret complex fund documents and side letters.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple time-sensitive matters in a fluid environment. You must have the ability to coordinate complex projects involving different business and support groups and to assist the business in implementing solutions across the broad range of BlackRock products and services.
• You should have outstanding relationship-building skills and a consistent track record of working well as a member of a team. You should approach problems in a business-minded and practical manner and be able to communicate sophisticated concepts in an understandable way to junior and senior colleagues across BlackRocks business teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity belonging and trust. We welcome candidates who will contribute to and help further strengthen our diverse and collaborative legal team.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized engaged and inspired we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan tuition reimbursement comprehensive healthcare support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRocks hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients and the people they serve are saving for retirement paying for their childrens educations buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment the one we make in our employees. Its why were dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed valued and supported with networks benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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