Vice President, Private Funds Legal Counsel

** About this role*
* Black Rock's 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 clients-period. 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.

That's why investors of all kinds have made us the world's largest asset manager, entrusting us with trillions of dollars, and it's 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 Black Rock, 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.

Black Rock 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 Black Rock to tailor investment outcomes and asset allocation solutions for clients.

** Private Funds Attorney*
* We are searching for an attorney to join Black Rock's private funds legal team. This individual will support the structuring, launch, governance, marketing, and ongoing operation of a broad range of private funds across Black Rock's global alternatives platform. The role involves extensive cross‑functional 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 Black Rock 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 Black Rock's 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.

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$ - USD$ . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. Black Rock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

For Atlanta, GA Only the salary range for this position is USD$ - USD$ . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. Black Rock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

** 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*
* Black Rock's…