Private Markets Investment Attorney

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TMRS Overview

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) is a trusted partner to more than 940 cities across Texas, providing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to over 260,000 public servants and their families. We are proud to be recognized as an example of fiduciary excellence through our management of more than $44 billion in Trust Fund assets.

At TMRS, every role supports our mission : providing secure lifetime income to our members. Our work gives back to communities across Texas, and we take pride in doing it with integrity, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.

Position Duties / Responsibilities

The Private Markets Investment Attorney reports to the Chief Legal Officer and provides legal advice to TMRS staff. The attorney will represent TMRS on complex fund investments and bring significant transactional experience and negotiating skills. You will work with highly motivated, experienced legal and investment professionals. Duties include :

• Negotiating complex investment agreements, including agreements for private funds, co-investments, and investment manager agreements.
• Negotiating non-disclosure agreements with prospective investment sponsors.
• Providing legal advice to the investment staff and senior management relating to investment matters.
• Researching and advising on investment-related legal matters.
• Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and rules applicable to TMRS' investments.
• Preparing communications, memos, and legal opinions.
• Retaining and supervising outside counsel.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualities We Are Looking For

Required

Education and Experience

Preferred

Compensation And Benefits

TMRS provides competitive compensation, membership in TMRS' pension plan, medical, dental and vision insurance provided at no cost for employees, flexible scheduling, twelve paid holidays, a modern and centrally located office, a generous leave program, and hybrid work opportunities. Compensation is competitive and will reflect the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force. Ability to perform the essential job functions safely and successfully consistent with federal, state, and local standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TMRS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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