Fund Formation Attorney (2–7 Years Associate)

The People Of: Professional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a Fund Formation Attorney to join their New York office. This role involves advising sponsors and investors on complex fund structures and transactions in a highly regarded private investment funds practice.

The successful candidate will have 2–7 years of experience and a Juris Doctor degree, along with exceptional analytical, drafting, and communication skills. This opportunity provides substantial client exposure and a clear path for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years of experience in private investment fund formation within a law firm.
• Experience with fund formation, sponsor-level transactions, and secondary transactions.
• Strong academic record and experience managing complex transactions.

Responsibilities

• Represent sponsors and investors in the formation of private investment funds.
• Advise on fund formation transactions across various strategies.
• Draft and negotiate sophisticated fund documentation and agreements.

Skills

Private investment fund formation experience

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Fund Formation Attorney (2–7 Years Associate)

Location: New York, NY

Advert Code: MLFS 241

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Fund Formation Attorney to join a premier private investment funds practice advising sophisticated sponsors, institutional investors, and investment managers on complex fund structures and transactions. This role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of private investment fund matters, including fund formation, sponsor-level transactions, and secondary transactions involving limited partner and portfolio company interests. The successful candidate will work closely with leading practitioners on high-profile matters while developing deep expertise in one of the most dynamic areas of corporate law.

The Role

Responsibilities

• Representing sponsors and investors in the formation, structuring, and operation of private investment funds.
• Advising on fund formation transactions across a variety of investment strategies and fund structures.
• Supporting sponsor-level transactions involving general partner and management company entities.
• Assisting with secondary transactions involving limited partner interests and portfolio company interests.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating sophisticated fund documentation and transaction agreements.
• Working directly with clients on strategic, regulatory, and commercial issues arising throughout the lifecycle of private investment funds.
• Collaborating with colleagues across corporate and related practice areas to deliver practical, commercially focused advice.
• Managing multiple complex matters while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and responsiveness.

The Candidate

The Successful Candidate Will Possess

• 2–7 years of private investment fund formation experience gained within a sophisticated legal practice.
• Significant experience representing both sponsors and investors in private investment funds.
• Experience handling fund formation transactions, sponsor-level transactions, and secondary transactions involving limited partner and/or portfolio company interests.
• A Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Previous experience working in a law firm is essential.
• A strong academic record and exceptional analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• The ability to manage complex transactions, exercise sound judgment, and thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• A collaborative approach and the desire to build long-term trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded private funds practice working on sophisticated and market-leading transactions. You will gain significant client exposure, work closely with accomplished practitioners, and advise some of the most active participants in the private capital markets. The role offers a clear platform for professional development, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to build a long-term career advising clients on complex fund structures and investment strategies in an evolving and highly sophisticated market.