Vice President, Retail Alternative Funds Legal Counsel

About this role

We are seeking an attorney to join BlackRock’s U.S. Legal team, focusing on 1940 Act-regulated funds engaged in alternative strategies—such as private credit and private equity—including business development companies (BDCs) and non-traded closed-end funds.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage regulatory filings, offering documents, and board materials.
• Assist with fund formation, structuring, and ongoing operations.
• Provide legal support for fund distribution and marketing through third-party retail channels, technology-enabled platforms, and offshore feeder funds—including drafting and negotiating related agreements.
• Communicate regularly with business stakeholders regarding legal, compliance, and operational considerations.
• Coordinate with external counsel on regulatory matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues across BlackRock’s Legal & Compliance department.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a nationally recognized law school with superior academic credentials.
• Minimum of three years of legal practice at a major law firm, preferably in the asset management group. In addition, experience within the legal department of a leading financial services firm is a plus. Strong familiarity with the Investment Company Act of 1940 and registered funds generally is highly recommended.
• Exposure to work on private funds, private investments and/or structuring alternative products is preferred.
• Ability to meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment, be responsive, and demonstrate strong time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, along with strong relationship-building capabilities.
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to clearly communicate legal, compliance, and business risks.
• Willingness and ability to develop expertise in new or unfamiliar areas of law.

Preferred Experience (Bonus)

• Familiarity with BDCs, closed-end funds (tender offer and interval funds).
• Experience with Form N-2, proxy statements, Form 10-K/Q, Form 8-K, and repurchase/tender offers.

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$135,000.00 - USD$235,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock 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

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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