Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of legal documents, including investment management agreements, client contracts, side-letter agreements, subscription agreements, trading documents, data license agreements and regulatory filings. Conduct legal research and analysis on a wide range of issues related to fixed income investments, securities laws, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including investment teams, operations/finance, and compliance... more details
Who We Are:With offices in Los Angeles, Newport Beach, Boston and Sarasota, Aristotle is a majority employee-owned investment management organization that specializes in equity and fixed income portfolio management for institutional and advisory clients worldwide. Our mission is to help our clients reach their long-term financial goals with active portfolio management using our research-driven investment framework. Aristotle attracts and retains talented investment professionals through a culture focused on research, investment management and client success.
Aristotle Pacific Capital, LLC is a Newport Beach, CA based investment adviser focused on corporate credit and is an affiliate of Aristotle Capital Management, LLC. Aristotle Pacific’s boutique structure, along with the infrastructure of the broader Aristotle organization, combine to provide an ideal platform for us to discover and capture credit opportunities in today’s dynamic markets. Our strategies are generally offered through various investment vehicles, including registered funds, private funds, collateralized loan obligations and separate accounts.
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented in-house attorney to join Aristotle Pacific’s legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in investment management and a passion for delivering top-notch legal support. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career attorney to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of credit-oriented investment strategies and products in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
What You Will Do:- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of legal documents, including investment management agreements, client contracts, side-letter agreements, subscription agreements, trading documents, data license agreements and regulatory filings.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on a wide range of issues related to fixed income investments, securities laws, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including investment teams, operations/finance, and compliance members to provide legal guidance and support on investment, risk management and compliance/regulatory matters.
- Assist in the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Support the firm’s corporate governance matters, including board and/or committee meetings, resolutions and corporate filings.
- Stay informed about relevant legal and/or regulatory developments and industry trends to provide proactive advice and recommendations to the business.
- Liaise and interact with members of the firm, including senior management, external counsel and clients.
What You Will Need:- 1-3 years of experience at a law firm, corporate legal department, or financial services firm, with knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and preferably with exposure to investment management or general securities law.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in at least one state.
- Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
What We Have to Offer:- Robust Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your dependents
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
- A culture that values inclusivity
- Flexible Paid time off, including annual Employee Volunteer Day
- Life, Critical Illness, Disability, and Accidental Injury Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Various Company events throughout the year
- Employee Discount Program
Is Aristotle Right for You?- At Aristotle, we stand by our core values.
- We place our clients’ interests first.
- We act with integrity.
- We achieve excellence through accountability and collaboration.
- We empower our employees.
- We are respectful.
- We value community.
Compensation Range: $150,000.00 - $190,000.00, plus discretionary bonus.
Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, education, internal equity, and physical work location within the state.
This role will be on-site in our Newport Beach, CA office.
We are looking for exceptional individuals who are intelligent, enthusiastic, and curious, someone who will contribute to our expanding business. An ideal candidate would not limit their contribution to the provided job description but would help us surpass our goals by continually finding ways to improve themselves and the firm. If you would like the stability of a successful, established company and the growth opportunities of a dynamic environment, we look forward to hearing from you.
Note: The above description identifies the essential job functions and skills needed by the person or persons assigned to this position. These job functions and skills are not intended to be a complete and exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The information contained herein is subject to change at the company's discretion. No phone calls. No agencies or recruiters.Aristotle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Aristotle will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Aristotle Capital Management, LLC, Aristotle Credit Partners, LLC, Aristotle Capital Boston, LLC, Aristotle Atlantic Partners, LLC, Aristotle Pacific Capital, LLC, and Aristotle Investment Services, LLC, are affiliated organizations. Each is an independent investment adviser separately registered under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. More information about each adviser including the investment strategies, fees and objectives can be found in their ADV Part 2, which is available upon request.We have updated our Privacy Policy on October 7, 2020 (“New Privacy Policy”). Please read the policy carefully. By using this website you are agreeing to the terms of our New Privacy Policy. Click here to review the new Privacy Policy.
