VP, Legal Counsel

<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">SUMMARY</span></u></p> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The VP, Legal Counsel is responsible for providing a prominent level of legal administration services to address the needs of multiple clients.</span></p> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</span></u></p> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">SPECIFIC CLIENT TASKS AND RELATIONSHIPS</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Supervises the preparation of (or, if appropriate, prepares) client registration statement updates.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Supervises the preparation of (and, if appropriate, prepares) other client SEC filings.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Leads the preparation/distribution of (or, if appropriate, prepares/distributes) all client board and committee materials.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Attends board and committee meetings by telephone or, if the client requests, in person, to record notes and make presentations.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">With review by a more senior attorney, drafts the minutes of client board and committee meetings.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Provides updates to clients on recent regulatory events and conduct limited regulatory research for clients on the Investment Company Act of 1940 that does not involve legal conclusions.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">With review by a more senior attorney, drafts Ultimus contract amendments (and, if needed, contracts) for services provided to assigned clients.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Ensures the completion of (or, if appropriate, complete) all internal compliance related documents for assigned clients, such as filing checklists in an accurate and timely manner.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Guarantees that the Legal Administration relationship with each assigned client is strong and that the client’s satisfaction level with the relationship remains high.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">SPECIAL PROJECTS</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">With guidance from a more senior attorney, supervises the preparation of or, if appropriate, prepares relevant filings and documents for special regulatory add-on services such as building of new funds/trusts, proxy and information statements and Form N-14.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">WORKING RELATIONSHIPS</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Mentors associates through instruction, coaching, providing real-time on-the-job experiences, modeling effective practices, and advising on methods used.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Serves on departmental and interdepartmental committees, as requested.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Maintains regular contact with internal departments and external vendors/relationships with respect to meeting assigned clients’ needs.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Engages in regular direct interaction with clients and team members.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">May perform other duties as required and assigned.</span></em></p> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</span></u></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">A J.D. and membership (or anticipated membership) in the bar of at least one state.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">5 years of experience as a 1940 Act attorney.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Management and leadership experience.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">KNOWLEDGE</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Relevant securities laws.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Microsoft Office Suite.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Adobe Acrobat.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial Black', sans-serif;">SKILLS AND ABILITIES</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Oral communication skills, whether the audience is comprised of clients, Ultimus senior management, or Ultimus peers and subordinates.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Client service skills with an aptitude for understanding the clients’ basic legal needs and how they are related to the clients’ business needs.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Proficiency in written communication skills, including the ability to set forth legal principles in “plain English.”</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Legal research skills and an aptitude for legal analysis.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Aligns associates with company values and goals.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Plans and delegates the work of others.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Motivates and inspires others.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Assesses the performance of self and associates to make improvements or take corrective action.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Plans and develops systems and procedures to improve operating quality and efficiency of department in accordance with company policies and procedures.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Troubleshoots issues utilizing creative and critical thinking skills.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Multitasking, analytical, and organizational skills.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Initiative-taking, strategic, and meticulous approaches with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Demonstrates personal integrity, responsibility, and accountability.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Effectively uses resources such as time and information in conjunction with associates.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Participates in solving problems and making decisions.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Presents and expresses ideas and information, written and oral, clearly, and concisely.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Actively listens to others to achieve understanding and supports an open exchange of ideas and information.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Identifies needs, arranges for, and obtains resources to accomplish individual and department goals.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Establishes and develops effective working relationships with associates and clientele during both favorable and unfavorable situations.</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Modifies team and individual priorities and deadlines in response to added information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles and ensures completion.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Equivalent education, experience, and KSA’s will be considered.</span></em></p> <p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </p><p>Ultimus is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of the applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship or any other status entitled to protection under federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. 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