General Counsel (Public Funds)

ABOUT CIM GROUP:

CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we are a diverse team of 1,000+ employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work, and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today!

POSITION PURPOSE:

The purpose of the position is to provide legal coverage to an externally-managed publicly traded REIT that focuses on multi-family properties and creative offices, as well as an interval fund registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 with a unique focus of both credit (middle market loans, CLOs) and direct real estate properties investment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1934 Act:
• Draft, review and/or work with Accounting, external auditor, Portfolio Oversight and external counsel with respect to all 34 Act filings (Form 8-K, Form 10-Q, Form 10-K, proxy statement, Section 16 filings).
• Collaborate with Accounting and external counsel to navigate new SEC rules and reporting obligations, (e.g., new disclosure in proxy statement on executive compensation).
• 1940 Act:
• Draft, review, and/or work with Accounting, Portfolio Oversight, fund counsel, and fund administrator on all necessary filings with the SEC required of an investment company registered under the 1940 Act.
• Work closely with Compliance, Portfolio Oversight and Accounting to ensure compliance with the requirements of the 1940 Act (e.g. co-investment orders) and to address compliance issues that arise on the day-to-day basis.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Portfolio Oversight and Accounting to address new SEC rules.
• Review and negotiate agreements regarding distributors, investment platforms, transfer agents, custodians, fund administrators, sub-advisers and other service providers. 
• Nasdaq:
• Make applicable filings and/or ensure that Nasdaq filings are made; where applicable, consult with Nasdaq on corporate-level transactions; if applicable, work with outside counsel on drafting letters and presentations to Nasdaq.
• Corporate level transactions:
• Participate in structuring, negotiating and documenting corporate-level transactions, including revolving credit facilities, rights offerings, tender offers, share repurchase, co-investments, joint ventures with third parties and potential corporate-level M&A type transactions.
• Review transactions to make sure that such transactions operate within the legal framework in which the related vehicles operate.
• Corporate Governance:
• Set agenda for meetings of the board and its committees, review and participate in preparation of board materials, provide corporate governance advice to the Board, draft or review consents and resolutions, collaborate with outside counsel for periodic review of Board charters and policies. 
•  Continuous Public Offering of Interests in a registered Investment Company:
• Work closely with Compliance, Operations, Accounting, Sales and /or Tax to resolve issues and address inquiries.
• Review marketing materials and actively participate in resolving comments from FINRA, Compliance and/or the SEC.
• Review and draft responses to due diligence questionnaires (DDQs).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (including certification, licenses, etc.)

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 8+ years of legal experience, with a focus on advising publicly traded companies and registered investment companies (interval funds/BDC). Familiar with real estate and the working environment of a registered investment adviser a plus.

ABOUT YOU:

• Knowledgeable about the Securities Act of 1933 (as amended), the filing and reporting requirements under the Exchange Act of 1934 (as amended) and the Investment Company Act of 1940 as It pertains to registered investment companies
• Have experience with Maryland REITs and interval funds/BDCs
• Have experience working with registered investment advisers
• Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple functions (Accounting, Operations, Sales, Portfolio Management) in a dynamic environment.

HOW WE FEEL ABOUT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

CIM Group is committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace. 

*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group. Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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