Attorney

We are seeking an attorney to support BlackRock's US Registered Fund business. The successful candidate will provide legal advice and consultation on various legal, regulatory, and compliance issues related to the structuring, launch, distribution, and day-to-day operations of US registered funds, with a focus on active exchange-traded funds.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with new fund launches, including product development and structuring, as well as enhancements for existing funds.
• Draft and update SEC registration statements and other regulatory documents and shareholder communications.
• Manage outside counsel's review of fund documents and provide general oversight of work performed by outside counsel.
• Advise business teams regarding key initiatives and special projects.
• Advise business and operational teams on day-to-day operation of US registered funds.
• Review and draft comments on various regulatory proposals and consultations.
• Draft and negotiate service provider, intermediary, and client contracts.
• Collaborate with the compliance function, including the enhancement of internal policies and procedures aimed at mitigating risk, meeting applicable regulatory requirements, and/or improving operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• J.D. with superior academic credentials from a nationally-recognized law school and at least three to six years' experience as a lawyer in a major law firm or in the legal department of a leading financial services organization.
• Experience in U.S. federal securities laws and asset management and advising mutual funds and/or ETFs required.
• Exceptional analytical, written, verbal, and project management skills and ability to work with and across different business and operations teams.
• Capacity to pursue and solve problems in a practical manner and to communicate complex legal, compliance, and business issues/risks in an understandable way.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is USD $215,000.00 - USD $250,000.00.

Benefits: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department, and individual performance.

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 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week.