Manager, Fund Governance Operations Organization
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We are seeking a Manager to join our Fund Governance team. This team plays a critical role in supporting the governance and oversight of PIMCO's registered funds, including preparation of board materials, coordination of complex disclosure processes, and management of recurring regulatory workflows. The role partners closely with internal stakeholders across Legal & Compliance, Account Management, Product Strategy, Trading, and external parties to support fund board activities and respond to client and trustee inquiries.
The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. This role offers broad exposure to the registered funds legal and governance process, as well as opportunities to contribute to operational efficiencies and process improvements that enhance consistency, scalability, and effectiveness. Location
New York, NY, Austin, TX, or Newport Beach, CA Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Fund Governance & Board Support
- Support the preparation of materials for quarterly fund board meetings, including board decks, agendas, and supporting documentation
- Coordinate responses to trustee questions and follow-ups in partnership with attorneys and internal stakeholders
- Assist with ongoing board-related activities, including approvals, documentation, and ad hoc requests
Annual 15(c) Process & Disclosure Cycles
- Support the Section 15(c) advisory contract renewal process, which typically runs from January through August and requires significant coordination, data gathering, drafting, and packaging of materials for board review
- Assist with the annual and ongoing prospectus update cycle, which operates on staggered fund fiscal year-end timelines throughout the year
- Partner with internal teams, external counsel, and vendors (e.g., State Street) to help ensure disclosure updates are accurate, timely, and appropriately reviewed
Vendor Coordination & Execution
- Coordinate with third-party vendors supporting regulatory filings and disclosure updates
- Track timelines, deliverables, and review cycles to support smooth execution
- Help escalate issues and ensure timely follow-through as needed
Process Improvement & Efficiency
- Identify opportunities to streamline recurring processes, particularly where similar questions or disclosures arise repeatedly
- Contribute to the development of templates, playbooks, and reusable materials to improve efficiency and consistency
- Support efforts to thoughtfully leverage automation or AI-enabled tools to enhance documentation, tracking, and workflow management
Additional Support
- Assist with press releases, regulatory filings, and ad hoc legal or operational projects
- Support attorneys and the broader Legal & Compliance team on special initiatives as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- JD or Paralegal Certificate desirable
- 4-8 years of experience in mutual fund legal operations, regulatory operations, fund administration, project coordination, or a related fund governance function
- Familiarity with registered investment funds, disclosure documents, or board processes desirable
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933, Form N-1A, and Form N-2 preferred
Professional Skills & Attributes
- High standards of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across teams and stakeholders
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Comfortable working with complex documents and tight timelines in a regulated environment
- Proactive, curious, and motivated to improve how work gets done-not just complete tasks
- Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across functions
- Committed to continuous learning and aligned with PIMCO's core values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility, and Excellence
PIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance.Salary Range: $ 112,000.00 - $ 128,000.00, Affirmative Action, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Board Meeting, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Contract Approval, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Finance, Fixed Income Investments, Follow Through, Fund Management, Investment Funds, Legal, Medical Conditions, Microsoft Office, Military, Multitasking, Mutual Funds, Operational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Press Releases, Process Development, Process Improvement, Process Management, Product Strategy, Project/Program Coordination, Provincial Laws and Regulations, Regulations, Regulatory Submissions, Risk, Sales Management, Securities, Team Player, Thought Leadership, Time Management, Writing Skills