Investment Funds Associate Attorney - New York

Talent Match Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC. in New York seeks Investment Funds Associate Attorneys with 3–6 years of experience in investment management and fund formation. JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission in NY, and strong interpersonal skills are required.

The role supports a premier investment funds practice, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, and offers direct client engagement, mentorship, and business development opportunities.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Active bar admission in NY or relevant jurisdiction.
• 3–6 years of substantive experience in investment management and fund formation.
• Background in private equity funds, hedge funds, private credit funds, real estate funds, hybrid funds, and funds utilizing alternative investment strategies is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity, hedge, private credit, real estate, hybrid, and other funds employing alternative investment strategies.
• Provide support on matters involving retail alternative funds (BDCs, interval funds, closed-end funds).
• Work closely with a 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Investment management experience

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.