Vice President, Fund Formation Attorney, Private Credit
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Apply NowVice President, Fund Formation Attorney, Private Credit
Active / Open Until Filled
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Date posted
August 5, 2026
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
New York
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Salary
$143,000 - $247,000 /year
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Career level
Senior Manager / Director Level
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Experience
4 – 7 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Vice President, Fund Formation Attorney, Private Credit, based out of their corporate offices in New York, United States. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
Macquarie Asset Management is a global specialist asset manager delivering expertise across infrastructure, renewables, agriculture, real estate, and public market strategies. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- As Legal Vice President, you will support fundraising and fund establishment for the Credit & Insurance business as it grows in the US.
- Execute and drive work primarily on 3(c)(7) funds and separate managed accounts, as well as supporting the platform on its alts-to-wealth offering with registered and unregistered investment companies.
- The products you will work on will range from traditional closed-ended funds to evergreen funds and more liquid products, as well as structured investment vehicles into our credit platform.
- Additionally, you will work on general corporate matters, marketing and distribution of our products, and special projects.
- Salary range for this position: $260,000 – $300,000/Year.
- Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.
- You may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award.
- You can further read about the full spectrum of benefits we offer our people listed below.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- 3-7 years’ legal experience in the investment management space.
- Deep experience with launching, maintaining and advising on 3(c)(7) funds, ideally in the private credit sector.
- Knowledge of the Advisers Act and regulation pertaining to private funds in the US is expected.
- Experience of more liquid or evergreen products is preferable, as is knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, US federal securities laws, and the financial services industry in general.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, across multiple teams within a growing organization.
- Communication skills with the ability to interface with C-level executives and department heads regularly.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.
