Associate

Illapa Search Ltd; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Illapa Search Ltd in Dallas is seeking a mid-level associate (3-5 years) to join its Investment Management Practice Group. The ideal candidate will advise private fund sponsors, investment advisers, and institutional investors on formation, structuring, and operation of private investment funds, with familiarity in related vehicles.

This role offers exposure to sophisticated private fund formation, transactional and regulatory matters within a nationally recognized practice.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of investment management, private funds, or related corporate experience.
• Experience with private fund formation, fund documentation, and related transactions.
• Working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and investment management regulatory matters.
• Experience advising on co-investments, secondary transactions, and separately managed accounts is a plus.
• Strong academic credentials, drafting skills, and attention to detail.
• Admission to the Texas state bar.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and advise on private investment fund formation, structure, and operation.
• Assist sponsors, investment advisers, and institutional investors with fund documentation and related transactions.
• Navigate regulatory matters under the Investment Advisers Act and provide transactional support.

Skills

Investment management

Private funds

Fund formation

Investment Advisers Act

Co-investments

Secondary transactions

Drafting skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory matters

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission in Texas

Job description

A well-regarded national law firm is seeking a mid-level associate with 3-5 years of experience to join its Investment Management Practice Group in Dallas. The ideal candidate will have experience advising private fund sponsors, investment advisers, and institutional investors on the formation, structuring, and operation of private investment funds. Experience with private equity, real estate, hedge funds, or other alternative investment vehicles is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of investment management, private funds, or related corporate experience.
• Experience with private fund formation, fund documentation, and related transactions.
• Working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and investment management regulatory matters.
• Experience advising on co-investments, secondary transactions, and separately managed accounts is a plus.
• Strong academic credentials, drafting skills, and attention to detail.
• Admission to the Texas state bar.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated private fund formation, transactional, and regulatory matters within a nationally recognized investment management practice.

Compensation

The expected annual base salary range for this position is $260,000-$365,000 annually plus at-market bonuses. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations, consistent with applicable law. The firm offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, sophisticated client work, and opportunities for professional growth.