Investment Funds Associate Attorney (Multi Office)

Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC; Hackensack (NJ); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC is assisting a national AmLaw 200 firm seeking a seasoned Investment Funds Associate Attorney to join its Investment Management & Funds practice across multiple U.S. offices.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and requires 10+ years of specialized experience. The ideal candidate will handle complex fund formation, structuring, and regulatory matters for private equity sponsors, hedge funds, and other alternative vehicles, with a focus on governance and

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 10+ years of significant experience in investment fund formation, structuring, and ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Deep knowledge of private equity funds, hedge funds, credit funds, and other alternative investment vehicles.
• Experience advising sponsors and managers on fund governance, disclosures, and regulatory matters.
• Strong familiarity with U.S. investment management regulations, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related SEC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Advise fund sponsors and investment managers on the formation, structuring, and launch of investment funds across multiple asset classes.
• Draft and negotiate fund documentation, including private placement memoranda, limited partnership agreements, operating agreements, and subscription materials.
• Counsel clients on regulatory compliance matters under federal and state securities laws.
• Provide ongoing advice regarding fund operations, governance, and investor relations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across tax, regulatory, and transactional teams to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Stay current on regulatory developments impacting the investment management industry.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Fund governance

Financial industry knowledge

Client advisory

Oral and written communication

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

INVESTMENT FUNDS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Investment Management & Funds Practice Group

Open to Multiple Locations…list found at the bottom of this description.

HYBRID

Our client, a national AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a seasoned Investment Funds Attorney to join its sophisticated Investment Management & Funds practice across multiple U.S. offices. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior-level attorney to work on complex, high-value fund formation and structuring matters for a diverse client base that includes private equity sponsors, hedge fund managers, credit funds, and other alternative investment vehicles. The practice is known for its technical depth, collaborative culture, and market-leading work in the funds space.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing

• 10+ years of significant experience in investment fund formation, structuring, and ongoing regulatory compliance
• Deep knowledge of private equity funds, hedge funds, credit funds, and other alternative investment vehicles
• Experience advising sponsors and managers on fund governance, disclosures, and regulatory matters
• Strong familiarity with U.S. investment management regulations, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related SEC requirements
• Ability to manage complex matters independently and serve as a trusted advisor to sophisticated clients
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Advise fund sponsors and investment managers on the formation, structuring, and launch of investment funds across multiple asset classes
• Draft and negotiate fund documentation, including private placement memoranda, limited partnership agreements, operating agreements, and subscription materials
• Counsel clients on regulatory compliance matters under federal and state securities laws
• Provide ongoing advice regarding fund operations, governance, and investor relations
• Collaborate with colleagues across tax, regulatory, and transactional teams to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
• Stay current on regulatory developments impacting the investment management industry

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work within a premier Investment Funds practice handling sophisticated matters for leading asset managers and investment sponsors. You’ll be part of a collegial and intellectually rigorous environment that values technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term professional growth. The practice supports senior attorneys with the platform, resources, and autonomy needed to thrive at the highest levels of the market.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $300,000–$520,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; profit sharing; HSA and FSA; generous time off and vacation days; family/dependent care leave; 529 College Savings Plan; and more!

Locations

DE (Wilmington)

FL (Boca Raton)

MD (Baltimore)

NJ (Hackensack)

NY (New York)

TX (Dallas)

Washington, D.C.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.