Corporate Counsel

4 to 8 years of relevant experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, preferably with exposure to securities, regulatory compliance, fund formation, private funds, financial services and international issues.

J.D. from an accredited law school and an active bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Demonstrated ability to provide business-oriented legal advice and to translate complex issues into clear guidance for non-lawyers.

Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to distill complex legal and regulatory issues into concise, actionable guidance.

Strong analytic judgment and attention to detail balanced with commercial pragmatism.

Comfortable working autonomously and as part of a cross-functional team; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment and across multiple time zones globally.

We are seeking a pragmatic, business-minded Corporate Counsel to join Alumni Ventures (AV) Legal & Compliance team. This role is ideal for an Attorney with experience in securities law, fund formation, and investment adviser compliance, who wants meaningful in-house exposure; supporting product development, fund formation, regulatory compliance, cross-functional projects and international expansion of offices, fundraising and investments. You will work closely with the General Counsel/Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Legal Officer, senior leadership, investment teams, and outside counsel to provide clear, practical legal advice that enables growth while managing risk.

This role provides an opportunity to deepen your securities and fund experience while taking on broad in-house responsibilities within a rapidly scaling, mission-driven company. You’ll partner closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, influence product design and compliance frameworks, and play a visible role in building AV’s legal function.

This role can be based in Manchester, NH (preferred) or Boston, MA and is hybrid, with an in-office expectation of Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Provide timely, practical legal advice across commercial, regulatory, and operational matters in support of AV’s investment products and business channels both in the US and in connection with AV’s expansion into international markets.

Support formation and governance of entities and funds, including drafting and negotiating fund documents, subscription materials, and related corporate documents.