Investment Funds Associate (Junior to Mid-level)

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 225,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Comprehensive benefits includinghealth

Comprehensive benefits includinghealth

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a Junior to Mid-level Investment Funds Associate to join its Investment Funds practice in a multi-location setting (Chicago, IL; Washington, DC; New York, NY).

Candidates should have 2–5 years of PQE in investment funds at a top law firm, with strong fund structuring, regulatory compliance expertise (Reg D, Advisers Act) and excellent drafting and negotiation skills. Admission in NY, IL, or DC (or eligibility to waive in) preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of investment funds experience at a top law firm.
• Strong background in fund structuring, Regulation D, Advisers Act, and related compliance.
• Admission in NY, IL, or DC (or eligibility to waive in).

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate private investment fund documents and side letters
• Advise institutional investors on fund terms and ancillary agreements
• Support clients on fundraising, structuring, and compliance matters
• Collaborate across global offices on cross-border fund issues

Skills

Fund structuring

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Compliance

Job description

Junior to Mid-level Investment Funds Associate

Location: Chicago, IL | Washington, DC | New York, NY

Experience: 2–5 Years PQE | Investment Funds

An elite international law firm is seeking a Junior to Mid-level Investment Funds Associate (2–5 years PQE) to join its growing Investment Funds practice. This role offers the opportunity to work with fund managers and institutional investors across diverse asset classes including private equity, private credit, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure.

About The Team

The team advises on structuring, fundraising, and operating investment funds, while helping clients navigate complex regulatory and compliance matters. With a truly global platform, the group offers the chance to collaborate across jurisdictions and practice areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate private investment fund documents and side letters
• Advise institutional investors on fund terms and ancillary agreements
• Support clients on fundraising, structuring, and compliance matters
• Collaborate across global offices on cross-border fund issues

Who You Are

• 2–5 years of relevant investment funds experience at a top law firm
• Strong background in fund structuring, Regulation D, Advisers Act, and related compliance
• Experience representing fund managers and/or institutional investors
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Admission in NY, IL, or DC (or eligibility to waive in)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $225,000 – $365,000 (DOE & location)
• Bonus eligible
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and family support programs