Investment Funds Associate Attorney - New York

6 Degrees Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Professional development resources

Wellness programs

Job summary

Unknown Firm in New York is seeking Investment Funds Associate Attorneys to join its internationally recognized fund formation and investment management practice. The role focuses on representing private equity, hedge, private credit, real estate, and other funds employing alternative strategies, with significant client interaction.

Candidates should have a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission, and 3–6 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic credentials (Top 20% of class).
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 3–6 years of substantive investment management and fund formation experience.
• Background in private equity funds, hedge funds, private credit funds, real estate funds, hybrid funds, and funds using alternative investment strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and entrepreneurial spirit required.

Responsibilities

• Represent funds employing alternative investment strategies.
• Provide support on retail alternative funds (BDCs, interval funds, closed-end funds).
• Work with multidisciplinary team to deliver legal solutions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

INVESTMENT FUNDS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYS

LOCATION: NEW YORK

INTERNATIONAL AMLAW 50 FIRM has an immediate opening for Investment FundsAssociate Attorneys in their New Yorkoffice.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic credentials (Top 20% of class).
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 3-6 years of substantive experience ininvestment managementandfund formation.
• Background in private equity funds, hedge funds, private credit funds, real estate funds, hybrid funds, and funds utilizing alternative investment strategies is highly advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an entrepreneurial spirit are required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent private equity, hedge, private credit, real estate, hybrid, and other types of funds employing alternative investment strategies.
• Provide support on matters involving retail alternative funds (BDCs, interval funds, closed-end funds).
• Work closely with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional legal solutions for clients.
• Contribute to the firm's expanding investment funds practice, directly interacting with clients and supporting business development.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally-recognized investment funds practice at a prestigious law firm. The firm fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment where attorneys receive direct client engagement, hands‑on experience, and meaningful mentorship.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Includes an annual salary range of$260,000-$390,000, commensurate with experience, along with a generousbonusstructure.

• Comprehensive benefits: Include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, childcare support, wellness programs, and robust professional development resources. Attorneys also benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work environment and a culture that values work‑life balance, inclusivity, and community engagement.

Application Requirements:

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.