Corporate Associate Private Equity

BCG Attorney Search; Lake Hiawatha (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm seeks a Corporate Associate for its Private Equity & Finance practice. The role involves advising clients on fund formation, drafting legal documents, and engaging in complex transactions. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of relevant experience and a J.D. from an accredited law school. The firm promotes a collaborative environment and offers a hybrid work model to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule with two remote days per week

Professional development and mentorship opportunities

Defined path for career advancement and potential partnership

Supportive and inclusive firm culture

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in investment management and private fund formation.
• Active bar membership in good standing in the jurisdiction of intended practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on private fund formation and investment management regulatory issues.
• Draft and negotiate fund-related documentation.
• Support mergers and acquisitions and handle general corporate matters.

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation capabilities

Deep knowledge of fund formation structures and investment regulations

Familiarity with advising institutional investors and family offices

Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview:
A well-established, multi-office law firm is currently seeking a Corporate Associate to join its Private Equity & Finance practice. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment management, private fund formation, and corporate transactions. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse client base, including institutional investors and family offices, and contribute to complex legal matters such as joint ventures, M&A, and regulatory compliance. The firm offers a collaborative work environment and a hybrid work model, designed to support both professional development and work-life balance.

Location:

Parsippany, NJ

Duties:

Advise clients on private fund formation and investment management regulatory issues

Draft and negotiate fund-related documentation, including:

Limited partnership agreements

LLC operating agreements

Subscription agreements

Prepare and review investment and sub-advisory agreements

Provide legal guidance on marketing materials and compliance obligations for investment managers

Assist in structuring and documenting private equity, venture capital financings, and joint ventures

Support mergers and acquisitions and handle general corporate matters

Collaborate with other legal teams to deliver comprehensive client solutions

Requirements:

3–5 years of experience in investment management and private fund formation

Proven ability to handle sophisticated transactional and regulatory matters

High level of technical and client service acumen

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment

Active bar membership in good standing in the jurisdiction of intended practice

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Licensed to practice law; Bar admission in good standing required for intended office location

Skills:

Strong drafting and negotiation capabilities

Deep knowledge of fund formation structures and investment regulations

Familiarity with advising institutional investors and family offices

Ability to develop creative legal solutions tailored to client needs

Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills

Hybrid work schedule with two remote days per week

Professional development and mentorship opportunities

Defined path for career advancement and potential partnership

Exposure to complex and high-impact legal work

Supportive and inclusive firm culture

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]