Associate General Counsel, Funds @ Hiive

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Counselwell Inc. Full time

Overview Hiive is a fintech/marketplace startup connecting buyers and sellers of stock in venture-backed pre-IPO companies. Located in Vancouver, BC (Hybrid). Hiive is named the #4 startup in Canada for 2024, backed by US venture capital investors, and is seeking to scale its high-performing team. As an Associate General Counsel, Funds, you will be an integral part of our legal team, reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, and providing expert legal counsel to support the growth and execution of our funds business. This is a mid- to senior-level role for a lawyer with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong attention to detail, and a passion for learning in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment. In this role, your responsibilities would include: Supporting all aspects of the funds business, including fund structuring and drafting/review of legal documentation, including limited partnership/limited liability company agreements, private placement memoranda, subscription agreements, and side letters. Assisting in development and implementation of legal and operational infrastructure to support operation of funds through their lifecycle. Providing strategic legal support for Hiive’s funds team. Working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple departments to facilitate strategic initiatives related to Hiive’s funds business. Working with the Compliance team to ensure compliance with applicable securities laws. Managing relationships with external counsel. Qualifications A J.D. or L.L.B. with a license to practice law in the United States. 5+ years of relevant legal experience, ideally having started out at a law firm, and honed in-house working at a financial services company. Exposure to work on private funds and familiarity with ERAs/RIAs. A keen interest in creative legal problem solving, including researching novel and ambiguous areas of law. A desire to work on an agile team providing pragmatic advice and guidance to product, business, and operations teams that are moving very quickly. A track record of sound judgment and composure in high-pressure situations. Preferred Skills & Benefits Strong familiarity with the Investment Company Act of 1940 and registered funds. Exposure to work on private investments and/or structuring alternative products. Compensation: highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and contribution. Opportunity to participate in ownership of a rapidly growing early-stage startup through our employee stock option plan. Comprehensive 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums, a health and personal spending account. A dedicated desk in our Vancouver, BC HQ, in the heart of downtown, with onsite amenities including a fridge stock of healthy snacks and drinks, an onsite gym, and a rooftop amenity. Commuter benefit: $20 per day for every day you work in our Vancouver HQ. Engaging social calendar, including bi-weekly catered lunches, bi-weekly “Friday bar,” team workouts, annual summer party, and holiday party, two onsite all-team retreats each year, semi-annual team-building events, and Hiive Womens’ Network events. Significant opportunities for growth into team leadership and management roles. Entrepreneurial culture and a small and dynamic team. Sponsorship, immigration, and relocation for exceptional candidates. Hiive is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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