Vice President, Private Funds Attorney

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About this role

Role Description

We are searching for a seasoned attorney specializing in fund formation to support various BlackRock alternatives businesses, which may include liquid strategies such as hedge funds, illiquid strategies such as infrastructure and private equity, as wells as funds of funds solutions.  The primary focus area for this role is expected to be in infrastructure and real assets however the candidate should be open to and be able to work across other asset classes as well.  Ideally, our candidate is a private funds attorney who will be involved in providing legal advice and consultation, focusing on a variety of legal issues relating to alternative investment funds, including fund structuring, marketing, and corporate governance. 

Primary Responsibilities:

This position is part of the U.S. legal team responsible for coverage of BlackRock’s private funds, and will assist with tasks such as:

• Providing advice on matters related to open-end and closed-end fund structuring across multiple jurisdictions, preparing, reviewing, and negotiating fund documentation and offering materials.
• Managing outside counsel’s preparation and review of fund documentation and overseeing outside counsel with respect to private funds generally.
• Coordinating and working with business teams, compliance, tax, and operations teams regarding various aspects of private fund formation and operation.
• Providing advice and support to internal stakeholders to develop, establish and improve internal processes.
• Analyzing and managing a variety of regulatory issues affecting the BlackRock private funds platform, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, Dodd Frank Act, the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD), etc.

Skills & Requirements:

• 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 Investment Advisers Act of 1940, AIFMD and the other U.S. and non-U.S. laws impacting privately offered funds is preferred.
• Demonstrated initiative and accountability.
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communications skills.
• Comfort with working across different business functions while remaining responsive.
• Desire to work creatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple time-sensitive matters.
• 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.
• 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 BlackRock's business teams.
• Our team is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, so you will be encouraged to help us continue to build a culture of inclusivity, belonging and trust.

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

BlackRock’s 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 3 days in the office each week, with the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week; some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. Beginning in September, all employees will shift to at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. 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 children’s 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. It’s why we’re 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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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.