Associate, Fund Governance Operations

Role Overview

• Support the preparation of materials for quarterly fund board meetings, including board decks, agendas, and supporting documentation
• Coordinate responses to trustee questions and follow‑ups in partnership with attorneys and internal stakeholders
• Assist with ongoing board‑related activities, including approvals, documentation, and ad hoc requests
• Support the Section 15(c) advisory contract renewal process, which typically runs from January through August and requires significant coordination, data gathering, drafting, and packaging of materials for board review
• Assist with the annual and ongoing prospectus update cycle, which operates on staggered fund fiscal year‑end timelines throughout the year
• Partner with internal teams, external counsel, and vendors (e.g., State Street) to help ensure disclosure updates are accurate, timely, and appropriately reviewed
• Coordinate with third‑party vendors supporting regulatory filings and disclosure updates
• Track timelines, deliverables, and review cycles to support smooth execution
• Help escalate issues and ensure timely follow‑through as needed
• Identify opportunities to streamline recurring processes, particularly where similar questions or disclosures arise repeatedly
• Contribute to the development of templates, playbooks, and reusable materials to improve efficiency and consistency
• Support efforts to thoughtfully leverage automation or AI‑enabled tools to enhance documentation, tracking, and workflow management
• Assist with press releases, regulatory filings, and ad hoc legal or operational projects
• Support attorneys and the broader Legal & Compliance team on special initiatives as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• JD or Paralegal Certificate desirable
• 1-3 years of experience in mutual fund legal operations, regulatory operations, fund administration, project coordination, or a related fund governance function
• Familiarity with registered fund documentation and processes (e.g., regulatory filings, fund financials, disclosures, or board materials)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933, Form N‑1A, and Form N‑2 preferred

Benefits

• Total compensation approach including base salary and discretionary bonus