Legal Counsel

Our Culture

• Polen Capital is guided by three Core Values geared toward honoring our commitment to our clients and creating a positive culture and a cordial and productive professional environment: “Do the right thing,” “Do more than expected,” and “Respect the individual”
• Mastery, autonomy, and purpose are key drivers for our people and behaviors.
• Polen Capital embraces a growth mindset, strives for continuous learning, communicates via radical candor, and is committed to technology and innovation.
• Diversity of thought, unique perspectives and inclusivity are core beliefs at Polen Capital; we view a diverse workforce as essential in fostering a culture of empathy and open-minded collaboration.

 

Position

Polen Capital is seeking to hire a Legal Counsel based in our Boca Raton office who will be responsible for supporting the Legal & Compliance team on the diverse legal needs of a dynamic and global investment manager.  The Legal Counsel reports to the Deputy General Counsel.

 

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate investment management agreements, guidelines and other agreements with clients, financial institutions, consultants, plan fiduciaries and investment advisers
• Negotiate vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other legal documents with external parties
• Research and advise on contractual, securities law, banking law, trading, and portfolio management issues
• Participate in legal work in connection with internal and external transactions on an ad hoc basis
• Enhance Polen Capital’s corporate governance structure and framework
• Support regulatory reporting and responses to audits, regulatory exams, investigations, and other information requests
• Support legal activities related to onshore and offshore funds

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and Graduate degree in law (J.D.)
• Minimum of 4-6 years’ experience as a lawyer in the transactional or investment management practice of a major law firm or in the legal department of a leading investment management firm; at least 2 years’ of practice at a major law firm required
• Experience with the U.S. Federal securities laws (preferably the Investment Advisers Act and/or the Investment Company Act)
• Admitted to practice law in at least one state and eligible to register as an Authorized House Counsel in Florida
• Team player with exceptional people skills that contribute to the ability to work well with others toward common goals
• Well-organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment; ability to work independently with a focus on prioritization; attention to detail is essential
• Knowledge of the products and services available in the investment management industry
• Purpose-Driven: Starts with Why – in service of our communities, our clients, and each other
• Accountable: Operates with autonomy and drives towards results
• Emotionally Intelligent: Demonstrates self-awareness and interpersonal skills
• Grit: Persists in the face of adversity
• Lifelong Learner: Employs a growth mindset and strives to become more

 

Additional Information

• This is a full-time position and ideally the last company you'll work for. We've worked hard to create a culture and environment that no one wants to leave.
• Full-time employee
• Location – Boca Raton, FL
• Less than 5% travel expected
• Polen Capital is ROWE (Results-Only Work Environment), offers employer-paid health benefits, paid parental leave, and annual individual learning budgets.

 

Research shows that women and other underrepresented groups tend to apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria. We are committed to leveling the playing field, and we encourage women, men, people of color, veterans, the LGBTQ+ community, and those returning to the workforce to apply for positions even if they do not necessarily check every box outlined in the job description, including education level.

 

Polen Capital will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, please contact: talentacquisition@polencapital.com