The individual in this position is responsible for the following:

• Coordinating governance matters with respect to the Pioneer Funds’ Boards of Trustees
• Attending to communications between management and Boards of Trustees and addressing Trustee requests
• Coordinating the administration of fund documents, including organizational documents and agreements

Key Responsibilities: 

• Draft and/or review board and committee agendas, minutes and related meeting materials, coordinate board calendar, oversee follow-up of matters discussed at board and committee meetings, maintain an organizational structure for board recordkeeping, assist in board governance matters, review and edit board reports from senior management, and research board governance issues.

• Resolve comments on board materials from fund and in-house counsel, auditors, and senior management.
• Communicate with independent trustees and chairman regarding fund matters and respond to board requests.
• Maintain electronic board records on Diligent board books platform.
• Establish and maintain language library for standard board resolutions.
• Manage production and review of annual contract renewal documentation for presentation to board.
• Track new asset management industry regulations and other industry developments.
• Assist with regulatory examinations, coordinating document production and responses.
• Work collaboratively with other legal professional(s) in fulfilling responsibilities related to Pioneer Funds’ Board of Trustees secretarial and governance matters and provide backup assistance in colleague’s absence.

This role works closely with various senior business personnel and functions at Amundi US to prepare for meetings, including in the executive preparation process prior to each meeting. In addition to board-related responsibilities, this role coordinates other aspects of fund administration, including management of fund-related agreements and policies, as well as assisting with regulatory filings and trading documentation, and represents the legal team at cross-disciplinary meetings, as needed.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 6 years of experience within the Financial Services industry with substantial experience in a fund governance or commensurate role.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Solid knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related rules and regulations.
• Significant experience in fund governance matters and board relationships
• Strong communication writing and organizational skills, and experience examining, preparing and processing legal documents
• Ability to work professionally and effectively with management and boards
• Preferred: significant experience with electronic board material platforms
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint