Investment Funds Asset Management Associate Attorney

ZipRecruiter; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm seeks a mid-to-senior level Asset Management Associate Attorney to join its Investment Funds practice in New York or Washington, D.C. The role involves advising on fund formation and regulatory compliance for private equity and hedge funds. The firm offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work with a respected team on diverse client matters.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and bonus structure

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to work with a collaborative team

Exposure to sophisticated fund structures

Qualifications

• 3 to 8 years of experience in asset management, private funds, or related areas.
• Familiarity with fund sponsor representation and investor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the formation, structuring, and launch of private investment funds.
• Counsel clients on fund operations and regulatory compliance.
• Draft offering documents, partnership agreements, and side letters.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical skills

Client-service skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Bar admission in NY or D.C.

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position: Asset Management Associate Attorney
Location Options: New York, NY or Washington, D.C.
Experience Level: 3–8 years
Practice Area: Investment Funds / Asset Management

A well-regarded law firm is seeking a mid-to-senior level Associate or Senior Associate to join its Investment Funds practice. The ideal candidate will bring experience advising on fund formation, regulatory compliance, and investor negotiations, with a focus on private investment vehicles such as private equity and hedge funds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the formation, structuring, and launch of private investment funds

• Counsel clients on fund operations and regulatory compliance

• Draft offering documents, partnership agreements, and side letters

• Support transactions involving fund investors, secondary interests, or co-investments

• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders on client matters

Candidate Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school

• Bar admission in NY or D.C. required

• 3 to 8 years of experience in asset management, private funds, or related areas

• Familiarity with fund sponsor representation and investor negotiations

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and client-service skills

What’s Offered:

• Competitive compensation and bonus structure

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunity to work with a collaborative, nationally respected team

• Exposure to sophisticated fund structures and diverse client matters

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