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What is the Franklin Venture Partners team responsible for?
Franklin Venture Partners is the private investing platform of the Franklin Equity Group, based out of Franklin Templeton’s San Mateo headquarters in the heart of Silicon Valley. Franklin Venture Partners invests in mid- and late-stage private companies it believes are poised for transformative impacts across multiple industries.
What is the Associate General Counsel, Franklin Venture Partners responsible for?
The Associate General Counsel will be a part of Franklin Equity Group, working with Franklin Venture Partners as the primary legal partner in the deal team. The successful candidate will provide legal support for strategic venture transactions and investments, focusing on legal matters related to investments in private funds managed by the Franklin Venture Partners team, as well as marketing and distribution matters. As the legal partner embedded with the FVP team, this position is also the liaison with the centralized Franklin Templeton legal team, collaborating on matters related to fund structuring, formation and maintenance, as well as regulatory and governance issues.
What are the ongoing responsibilities of the Associate General Counsel, Franklin Venture Partners responsible for?
Acting as the primary legal lead on venture capital transactions, which shall include deal negotiation and execution, legal due diligence, and legal support to the portfolio management team.
Acting as the legal liaison for portfolio companies.
Partner with corporate development, business heads, portfolio managers, tax, operations, product lawyers, compliance team members and external lawyers and will be responsible for advising on as well as negotiating complex transactions.
Reviewing marketing materials, client communications and presentations produced for venture partners clients.
Educating internal clients with respect to legal, regulatory and industry developments relating to venture capital and private fund activities.
Manage external U.S. and non-U.S. counsel on a cost-effective basis.
Providing legal advice for strategic investment activities relating to acquisitions, sales, joint ventures, partnerships, minority and growth investments and other similar transactions.
What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?
Juris Doctor (JD) degree required
Membership of the California state bar or certification as registered in-house counsel as applicable
8-12 years of work experience (eight or more years post qualification experience) with at least three years of experience in (i) the venture capital practice and/or corporate transactional practice of a law firm; or (ii) in-house with a venture capital firm or investment management complex.
Foundational knowledge of the securities laws and regulations including the Securities Act of 1933, Investment Advisers Act of 1940, and other regulatory regimes impacting privately offered funds.
Excellent written and verbal skills and high degree of attention to detail
Demonstrated initiative and self-direction
Ability to analyze and research complex legal issues and translate research and analysis into practical and effective advice
Strong organizational skills and ability to balance and prioritize multiple matters involving different groups within a global, fast-paced environment
Compensation Range: Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. The salary, benefits and variable rewards will reflect the seniority of the position and a competitive market rate. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $250,000 to $300,000, in addition to a competitive bonus.
Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.
Highlights of our benefits include:
Three weeks paid time off the first year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Program
Learning and Education Assistance Program (LEAP)
Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
Onsite cafeteria*
*Only applicable at certain locations
Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.
- $250,000 - $300,000
