Fund Formation Associate: Private Equity (NY)

McDermott Will & Schulte; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 455,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte in New York seeks an associate with 3–6 years of fund formation experience to join the Corporate Advisory/Fund Formation group. The role involves working with private equity sponsors and investors on structuring, formation and operation of private investment funds, and handling related legal, regulatory and compliance matters.

Candidates must have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the New York bar.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Demonstrated professionalism with high-priority clients and investors.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Structure, formation and operation of private investment funds.
• Address legal, regulatory and compliance matters faced by fund sponsors.
• Engage with partners and clients on fund formation projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Organization

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

J.D. (ABA-accredited law school)

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte in New York seeks an associate with 3–6 years of fund formation experience to join the Corporate Advisory/Fund Formation group. The role involves working with private equity sponsors and investors on structuring, formation and operation of private investment funds, and handling related legal, regulatory and compliance matters.

Candidates must have a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the New York bar.