Legal Counsel, Alternatives & Asset Management

About Rockefeller Capital Management

Rockefeller Capital Management was established in 2018 as a leading independent financial advisory services firm. Originally founded in 1882 as the family office of John D. Rockefeller, the Firm has evolved to offer strategic advice to ultra- and high-net-worth individuals and families, institutions, and corporations from offices in 33 markets throughout the United States, as well as an office in London. The Firm oversees $212 billion in client assets as of April 30, 2026.

Position

Rockefeller Capital Management is seeking a highly capable legal professional to provide strategic and day-to-day guidance across its alternative investment and asset management platforms. This role demands deep expertise, strong judgment, and the ability to partner closely with legal colleagues and business stakeholders in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as legal advisor across the firm’s alternative investment activities, including private equity, hedge fund, and other alternative strategies.
• Provide legal support for private funds, registered funds, and UCITS vehicles, including structuring, documentation, and lifecycle support.
• Provide advice on direct investments and co-investments, including transaction structuring, diligence, and execution.
• Support the placement and distribution of third-party alternative investment products.
• Provide legal coverage for asset management activities, including investment management agreements and client onboarding.
• Partner with business leaders on new product design and development, from concept through launch.
• Deliver regulatory advice and analysis across a wide range of investment adviser and fund-related issues, including preparation and maintenance of Form ADV and Form PF disclosures.
• Manage and coordinate external counsel, ensuring efficiency, responsiveness, and alignment with business objectives.
• Deliver practical, solution-oriented counseling that balances legal risk with commercial objectives.

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3-6 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience advising asset managers and working with alternative investment products.
• Familiarity with U.S. investment management regulatory frameworks and market practices.

Skills

• Comfort working as part of a team while also owning and driving complex legal matters independently.
• Strong counseling skills, with the ability to translate legal analysis into clear, actionable guidance for business partners.
• Collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented approach.

Compensation Range

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $225,000 to $275,000. Base salary for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and may fall outside of the range shown. In addition, this role may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Rockefeller Capital Management offers a comprehensive benefit package including health coverage, vacation time, paid leave, retirement plan, and more. Visit careers.rockco.com to learn more about additional opportunities and benefits offerings.

Disclosure

Rockefeller & Co. LLC, Rockefeller Financial LLC, Rockefeller Trust Company, N.A., The Rockefeller Trust Company (Delaware), Rockefeller Financial Services, Inc. and all other subsidiaries of Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. (individually and collectively, “Rockefeller”) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, marital or partnership status, caregiver status, legally recognized disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law (“protected characteristics”).

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