The RoleThis is a full-time role based in New York or San Francisco. As Lead Capital Markets Counsel, you will help lead and strategically manage Sixth Street’s global capital markets activities, broker-dealer operations and related regulatory and compliance efforts.Key Responsibilities and PrioritiesCapital Markets Activities<ul><li>Structuring, drafting, negotiating and overseeing execution of capital markets transactions (including securities private placements and other debt issuances and financing transactions) across Sixth Street’s portfolio companies and at the firm level.</li><li>Establishing legal and structural framework for capital markets business inside a registered investment advisor.</li><li>Provide legal support for ongoing broker-dealer activities, including licensing, supervision, and advertising. </li><li>Assist with drafting and reviewing agreements and other documents related to broker-dealer activities, including assisting capital markets, compliance and accounting teams with the preparation of internal and third-party communications and materials, financial and other reports and other similar communications.</li><li>Monitoring outside counsel relationships and working with outside counsel in connection with the foregoing.</li><li>Working closely with capital markets and deal professionals, and the Core team in connection with the foregoing.</li></ul>Regulatory and Compliance<ul><li>Advice on legal and regulatory issues related to capital markets transactions and broker-dealer activities, including compliance with the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, FINRA rules, and related rules and regulations.</li><li>Develop expertise on key regulatory and strategic matters facing the Sixth Street broker-dealer and the firm’s capital markets activities.</li><li>Monitor and analyze new and proposed laws and regulations and assess their impact on the Sixth Street broker-dealer and the firm’s capital markets activities.</li><li>Assist with preparation and implementation of internal policies and procedures with respect to the Sixth Street broker-dealer and interface with SEC, FINRA and other regulators as needed.</li><li>Support for regulatory filings, inquiries and exams related to the Sixth Street broker-dealer and the firm’s capital markets activities.</li></ul>What We Value<ul><li>Strong analytical abilities, drafting and verbal communication skills. The successful candidate will possess organizational and project management acumen, a keen eye for detail, and a robust work ethic.</li><li>Ideal candidate will be a team player, able to work collaboratively across different</li><li>Self-starter who requires little</li><li>Ability to multi-task and maintain composure in a high-volume</li><li>Strong sense of urgency; ability to execute quickly and efficiently with strong attention to</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication</li><li>Structured problem solver who is able to synthesize sophisticated information from a variety of sources into implementable recommendations and solutions.</li><li>Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple</li><li>Comfort working in a high growth, iterative</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>The candidate should hold a law degree from a highly regarded American law school and will need to be (or become) a member of the New York or California State bar.</li><li>A minimum of 6 years of alternative asset management legal experience, with the majority of those years focused on capital markets activities and broker-dealers.</li><li>Significant experience establishing and operating an internal broker-dealer and leading, negotiating, and managing capital markets transactions. Ideal candidate will have significant in house experience at a peer firm.</li><li>Deep knowledge of securities and other laws, rules and regulations applicable to broker-dealers, including FINRA rules and regulations.</li><li>Facility with private investment funds and their investors.</li><li>Significant regulatory and compliance experience.</li></ul>CompensationThe base salary for this position is expected to be between $275,000 and $300,000. The base salary offered to the selected candidate will be commensurate with a candidate’s relevant experience and other qualifications for the position, as determined by Sixth Street in its sole discretion.In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and a competitive benefits package. Benefits offered currently include health, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance and a 401(k) plan. In addition, this role is eligible for paid public holidays (NYSE calendar), paid sick days pursuant to local laws, and additional reasonable time off subject to manager approval.If a job offer is extended for a location other than New York, the salary range may differ based on the location.About Sixth Street Founded in 2009, Sixth Street is a leading global investment firm dedicated to developing themes and offering solutions to companies across all stages of growth. Our firm is designed for cross-platform collaboration at scale: we build businesses, invest for growth, acquire assets, provide direct financing, identify value in public markets, purchase royalty streams, and regularly develop first-of-their-kind structures to meet the strategic objectives of management teams. We do all this globally and as one unified team of investment and control-side professionals working on behalf of our institutional investors and their beneficiaries around the world. We believe adhering to our core values is a competitive advantage. Everyone on our team contributes their perspectives and expertise to help us solve complex challenges and get to the right answer. At Sixth Street, the best idea wins.For more information, visit the <a href="http://www.sixthstreet.com/careers">Sixth Street Careers</a> site or follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sixthstreet/">LinkedIn</a>.Sixth Street is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, genetic history, marital status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Sixth Street will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to fill out this application, please contact <a href="mailto:cbombara@sixthstreet.com?subject=Sixth%20Street%20Reasonable%20Accommodations">Cindy Bombara</a>.Please refer to <a href="https://sixthstreetpartners.com/privacy-notice-for-employees-and-other-personnel/">the privacy notice</a> on our website for additional information regarding our obligations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”).If you are not eligible for this role, please refer to our <a href="https://sixthstreet.com/current-opportunities/">Careers Page</a> for other opportunities.

Sixth Street is a global investment firm with over $75 billion in assets under management and committed capital. We use our long-term flexible capital, data-enabled capabilities, and One Team culture to develop themes and offer solutions to companies across all stages of growth. Sixth Street is dedicated to cross-platform collaboration at scale. We have more than 600 team members including over 250 investment professionals operating across our global locations. We invest through our diversified, collaborative investment platforms: TAO, Growth, Direct Lending, Strategic Capital, Fundamental Strategies, Infrastructure, Insurance, Structured Products, Agriculture, and Credit Market Strategies. Our firm is led by a core leadership team with a proven track record of successful partnerships, business building, theme development, sourcing, and investment and risk management. Sixth Street is dedicated to a culture of collaboration, fairness, and a relentless pursuit of substance-based debates.&nbsp;

Lead Capital Markets Counsel

The RoleThis is a full-time role based in New York or San Francisco. As Lead Capital Markets Counsel, you will help lead and strategically manage Sixth Street’s global capital markets activities, broker-dealer operations and related regulatory and compliance efforts.Key Responsibilities and PrioritiesCapital Markets Activities<ul><li>Structuring, drafting, negotiating and overseeing execution of capital markets transactions (including securities private placements and other debt issuances and financing transactions) across Sixth Street’s portfolio companies and at the firm level.</li><li>Establishing legal and structural framework for capital markets business inside a registered investment advisor.</li><li>Provide legal support for ongoing broker-dealer activities, including licensing, supervision, and advertising. </li><li>Assist with drafting and reviewing agreements and other documents related to broker-dealer activities, including assisting capital markets, compliance and accounting teams with the preparation of internal and third-party communications and materials, financial and other reports and other similar communications.</li><li>Monitoring outside counsel relationships and working with outside counsel in connection with the foregoing.</li><li>Working closely with capital markets and deal professionals, and the Core team in connection with the foregoing.</li></ul>Regulatory and Compliance<ul><li>Advice on legal and regulatory issues related to capital markets transactions and broker-dealer activities, including compliance with the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, FINRA rules, and related rules and regulations.</li><li>Develop expertise on key regulatory and strategic matters facing the Sixth Street broker-dealer and the firm’s capital markets activities.</li><li>Monitor and analyze new and proposed laws and regulations and assess their impact on the Sixth Street broker-dealer and the firm’s capital markets activities.</li><li>Assist with preparation and implementation of internal policies and procedures with respect to the Sixth Street broker-dealer and interface with SEC, FINRA and other regulators as needed.</li><li>Support for regulatory filings, inquiries and exams related to the Sixth Street broker-dealer and the firm’s capital markets activities.</li></ul>What We Value<ul><li>Strong analytical abilities, drafting and verbal communication skills. The successful candidate will possess organizational and project management acumen, a keen eye for detail, and a robust work ethic.</li><li>Ideal candidate will be a team player, able to work collaboratively across different</li><li>Self-starter who requires little</li><li>Ability to multi-task and maintain composure in a high-volume</li><li>Strong sense of urgency; ability to execute quickly and efficiently with strong attention to</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication</li><li>Structured problem solver who is able to synthesize sophisticated information from a variety of sources into implementable recommendations and solutions.</li><li>Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple</li><li>Comfort working in a high growth, iterative</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>The candidate should hold a law degree from a highly regarded American law school and will need to be (or become) a member of the New York or California State bar.</li><li>A minimum of 6 years of alternative asset management legal experience, with the majority of those years focused on capital markets activities and broker-dealers.</li><li>Significant experience establishing and operating an internal broker-dealer and leading, negotiating, and managing capital markets transactions. Ideal candidate will have significant in house experience at a peer firm.</li><li>Deep knowledge of securities and other laws, rules and regulations applicable to broker-dealers, including FINRA rules and regulations.</li><li>Facility with private investment funds and their investors.</li><li>Significant regulatory and compliance experience.</li></ul>CompensationThe base salary for this position is expected to be between $275,000 and $300,000. The base salary offered to the selected candidate will be commensurate with a candidate’s relevant experience and other qualifications for the position, as determined by Sixth Street in its sole discretion.In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and a competitive benefits package. Benefits offered currently include health, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance and a 401(k) plan. In addition, this role is eligible for paid public holidays (NYSE calendar), paid sick days pursuant to local laws, and additional reasonable time off subject to manager approval.If a job offer is extended for a location other than New York, the salary range may differ based on the location.About Sixth Street Founded in 2009, Sixth Street is a leading global investment firm dedicated to developing themes and offering solutions to companies across all stages of growth. Our firm is designed for cross-platform collaboration at scale: we build businesses, invest for growth, acquire assets, provide direct financing, identify value in public markets, purchase royalty streams, and regularly develop first-of-their-kind structures to meet the strategic objectives of management teams. We do all this globally and as one unified team of investment and control-side professionals working on behalf of our institutional investors and their beneficiaries around the world. We believe adhering to our core values is a competitive advantage. Everyone on our team contributes their perspectives and expertise to help us solve complex challenges and get to the right answer. At Sixth Street, the best idea wins.For more information, visit the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sixthstreet.com/careers">Sixth Street Careers</a>&nbsp;site or follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/sixthstreet/">LinkedIn</a>.Sixth Street is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, genetic history, marital status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Sixth Street will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. &nbsp;If you need a reasonable accommodation to fill out this application, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cbombara@sixthstreet.com?subject=Sixth%20Street%20Reasonable%20Accommodations">Cindy Bombara</a>.Please refer to&nbsp;<a href="https://sixthstreetpartners.com/privacy-notice-for-employees-and-other-personnel/">the privacy notice</a> on our website for additional information regarding our obligations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”).If you are not eligible for this role, please refer to our&nbsp;<a href="https://sixthstreet.com/current-opportunities/">Careers Page</a>&nbsp;for other opportunities.

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