Mutual Fund Legal Specialist

Full-Time

Springfield, MA or Boston, MA (Hybrid)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced professional to join our mutual fund legal team and become an integral member of MassMutual’s Legal Department. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing business by providing legal support for MassMutual’s investment platform.  This individual will help support an over $40 billion proprietary mutual fund complex and interact with internal clients, third-party service providers, as well as outside mutual fund board members.

The Impact

Do you choose the appropriate message and medium for the situation and audience? Are you someone who can find the resources to get the job done? Do you demonstrate strong business specific knowledge? If so, this opportunity may be right for you!

Your day to day would include and is not limited to:

Perform a variety of basic and increasingly complex work for SEC registered mutual funds under the general guidance of an attorneyAssist attorneys in the preparation of various disclosure documents, such as mutual fund prospectuses, Statements of Additional Information, Part Cs, and mutual fund information statement and proxy materialsManage and update mutual fund prospectus disclosure. Work with financial printer to file electronic filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s EDGAR databaseAssist attorneys in the preparation of mutual fund board books and supporting fund governance materials. Prepares agendas and materials for board of trustees’ meetingsBecome proficient at using and maintaining on-line board book and document management systemReview and edit mutual fund annual and semiannual reportsInteract with clients and working team members to distribute draft documents for review and to coordinate receipt and reconciliation of client comments on distributionsCompose drafts of memoranda and other communications for clients and attorneysPrepare and maintains compliance calendars for ongoing and anticipated projects, including regulatory filings and annual board approval items

The Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors’ degree or Paralegal Certificate2+ years of experience providing support to SEC registered mutual funds or 3+ years as a paralegal supporting the financial services or insurance industries is desired but will consider other relevant experience

The Ideal Qualifications

4 + years of experience providing support to SEC registered mutual fundsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite Strong written and verbal communications skillsAble to multitask, embrace change and manage well under pressureOperates with a high level of confidentiality as it relates to client and firmExperienced with project management, working collaboratively in a team environment

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

Regular meetings with the Investment Controllership teamFocused one-on-one meetings with your managerAccess to mentorship opportunitiesNetworking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource GroupsAccess to learning content on Degreed and other informational platformsYour ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits 

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Salary Range: $84,500.00-$106,500.00