Dallas, TX · Hybrid
The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
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Dallas, TX · Hybrid
The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
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The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with sponsor-side fund formation experience who is looking to work with leading private equity sponsors on sophisticated fund formation, structuring ...
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This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with sponsor-side fund formation experience who is looking to work with leading private equity sponsors on sophisticated fund formation, structuring ...
The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
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The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
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The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will ...
Direct Counsel is seeking an Investment Funds Associate to join a highly regarded Private Equity Fund Formation practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to ...
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Direct Counsel is seeking an Investment Funds Associate to join a highly regarded Private Equity Fund Formation practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to ...
New York, NY · On-site
$270K - $300K/yr
Serve as one of the main point persons for fund formation legal advice across the fundraising lifecycle for Blackstone's institutional fund products, including advising on investor-facing issues and ...
New York, NY · On-site
$270K - $300K/yr
Serve as one of the main point persons for fund formation legal advice across the fundraising lifecycle for Blackstone's institutional fund products, including advising on investor-facing issues and ...
New York, NY · On-site
$180K - $210K/yr
You will be responsible for providing comprehensive assistance with fund formation, onboarding, fund filings, regulatory compliance, as well as corporate governance matters, and other legal ...
New York, NY · On-site
$180K - $210K/yr
You will be responsible for providing comprehensive assistance with fund formation, onboarding, fund filings, regulatory compliance, as well as corporate governance matters, and other legal ...
The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
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The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
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The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
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The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
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The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
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The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of private fund formation experience including drafting and negotiation fund documentation (private placement memoranda, fund agreements, subscription ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Washington, DC · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Washington, DC · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$290 - $390/hr
Advise clients on fund formation and investment management matters, including fund and management company structuring * Negotiate with institutional investors, including pension plans ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$290 - $390/hr
Advise clients on fund formation and investment management matters, including fund and management company structuring * Negotiate with institutional investors, including pension plans ...
Seattle, WA · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Seattle, WA · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Santa Monica, CA · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Santa Monica, CA · Hybrid
$310K - $445K/yr
We are seeking a fund formation corporate associate with four (4) to eight (8) years of experience to join as a core member of our rapidly growing private investment funds team, which focuses ...
Indiana, PA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
This is a senior fund formation role with three core responsibilities: * owning, drafting, developing and maintaining legal fund formation templates and documentation standards used across the ...
Indiana, PA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
This is a senior fund formation role with three core responsibilities: * owning, drafting, developing and maintaining legal fund formation templates and documentation standards used across the ...
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Professionals in Fund Formation typically spend their days drafting and reviewing legal documents, coordinating with investors and internal teams, and ensuring all regulatory and compliance requirements are met for new fund launches. They work closely with attorneys, fund managers, and compliance specialists to facilitate the seamless setup of investment structures. The role often involves managing multiple projects simultaneously, communicating with both internal and external parties, and updating documentation as regulations or investor needs evolve. This collaborative and detail-oriented environment requires strong project management and communication skills, making it a dynamic and rewarding field for those interested in finance and law.
A successful Fund Formation professional requires a deep understanding of private investment fund structures, legal documentation, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a background in law, finance, or accounting. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Excel, virtual data rooms, and legal research platforms, as well as relevant certifications like the CFA or a JD, can be highly beneficial. Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for effectively managing fund launches, ensuring regulatory adherence, and coordinating among multiple stakeholders.
A Fund Formation job involves structuring, establishing, and managing investment funds, such as private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, or real estate funds. Professionals in this role handle legal, regulatory, and financial aspects, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and investor requirements. They collaborate with attorneys, tax advisors, and fund managers to draft fund documents, negotiate terms, and oversee fundraising processes. The role requires strong knowledge of securities laws, partnership agreements, and investor relations.
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Full-time
Re-posted 21 days ago
A global and top 100 Am Law firm seeks an associate to join their Private Investment Funds Practice in any of their Charlottesville, Chicago, Dallas, Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Houston, New York City, and Raleigh offices.
The ideal candidate must have 4-8 years of large law firm experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a variety of complex fund formation matters. This associate will be involved in all aspects of the formation, structuring, capital raising, compliance, and ongoing management of alternative investment funds across strategies, including private equity, real estate, mezzanine, and other traditional closed-end funds, as well as hedge funds, evergreen funds, and other hybrid funds. This position will also work with related capital raising transactions, including programmatic joint ventures and structuring and managing the equity investment process for one-off investment transactions on behalf of independent sponsors. Applicants should have primary drafting experience for limited partnership agreements and limited liability company agreements in the private investment fund context, a solid understanding of market fund terms and the issues and nuances commonly negotiated in the fund offering process, experience reviewing and identifying issues in fund documents on behalf of institutional investors, experience preparing offering documents, including PPMs, and solid experience with Regulation D and other securities laws governing private placements, and solid experience with the Advisers’ Act and related exemption, registration and compliance issues applicable to fund managers. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with and advise legal and business people from inception through closing and should be starting to draft and negotiate more substantive transaction documents and commercial agreements. Must have a strong academic record, excellent writing, and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently with clients and colleagues.
