
About Schonfeld
Empowering traders with advanced systematic strategies
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in New York City with a global presence
- Employs over 500 professionals in trading and technology
- Focuses on quantitative trading across multiple asset classes
- Offers equity participation and flexible work arrangements
Schonfeld is a prominent systematic trading firm headquartered in New York City, specializing in quantitative trading strategies across various asset classes. With a team of over 500 employees, Schonfeld leverages advanced technology and data analytics to optimize trading performance for its clients...
🎁 Benefits
Employees at Schonfeld enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous PTO policy. The firm also offers equity participation...
🌟 Culture
Schonfeld fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and a strong focus on technology. The firm values...
Overview
Schonfeld is seeking a Senior Counsel to join their Legal Team, focusing on portfolio management and capital development. You'll draft and negotiate contracts while collaborating with senior management. A J.D. and state bar admission are required.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a seasoned legal professional with a J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to a state bar. You have a strong background in handling various legal issues, particularly in portfolio management and capital development. Your experience allows you to function in a lead capacity, effectively addressing the legal needs of the business while partnering closely with senior management.
You possess excellent negotiation skills and are adept at drafting and interpreting contracts, including investment management agreements and employment agreements. Your ability to manage onboarding and offboarding matters showcases your attention to detail and understanding of the legal landscape in financial services.
Your expertise extends to fund formation and capital development, where you have successfully launched new investor-facing products and updated existing fund documents. You are comfortable preparing and reviewing side letters and maintaining fund side letter logs, demonstrating your organizational skills and ability to manage complex legal documentation.
You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with stakeholders across various departments, including the CEO, COO, and CFO. Your strong communication skills enable you to effectively partner with business development teams and the capital development team, ensuring that legal considerations are integrated into strategic decisions.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and interpreting a wide variety of contracts directly with portfolio managers. You will handle all facets of fund formation and capital development, including launching new investor-facing products and updating existing fund documents. Your role will involve preparing and reviewing side letters, maintaining fund side letter logs, and negotiating placement agent agreements.
You will also assist with investor queries and communications, ensuring that all legal aspects are addressed promptly and accurately. Your ability to spearhead strategic transactions, private equity transactions, and loan documents will be crucial in supporting the firm's growth and compliance with regulatory matters.
Managing outside counsel and other advisers will be part of your responsibilities, allowing you to leverage external expertise while maintaining oversight of legal processes. You will play a key role in ensuring that the legal team supports the firm's strategic objectives and aligns with its overall mission.
What we offer
At Schonfeld, you will be part of a dynamic legal team that values collaboration and innovation. The firm offers a competitive compensation package, with a salary range of $250,000 to $275,000, along with performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. You will have the opportunity to work closely with senior management and contribute to the firm's strategic initiatives, making a meaningful impact in the financial services industry.
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