Investment Management Senior Associate

Foster Garvey Legal; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 205,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer"s

Parental leave

Annual bonus

Job summary

Foster Garvey's Investment Management practice in Seattle is seeking an associate with 5 to 8 years of relevant transactional experience to join the team. The group advises large institutional investors on traditional and alternative investment transactions including fund formation and private equity.

The successful candidate will have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, a license to practice, strong drafting and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with high

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of investment management, investment fund, fund formation, private equity transactions, or related transactional experience.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• JD from ABA-accredited law school and license to practice law.
• Excellent communication and client-service approach.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and collaborate with teams.
• Experience with institutional investors is a plus.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Skills

Investment management

Investment funds

Fund formation

Private equity transactions

Capital raising

Transactional experience

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

None

Job description

1270

Associate

Seattle

Investment Management

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Legal

Georgia Woodruff

The Investment Management practice group at Foster Garvey is seeking to hire an associate with 5 to 8 years of relevant transactional experience to join its team in Seattle. Foster Garvey's Investment Management practice is one of the premier institutional investment practices in the country and has been recognized by Chambers USA and Chambers Global in the Investment Funds: Investor Representation category.

Our diverse and dedicated team of experienced practitioners advises many of the nation's largest institutional investors on a broad range of traditional and alternative investment transactions for public and private pension funds, endowments, universities, sovereign entities, and insurance companies. Representing more than 40 public pension funds, including four of the largest in the United States, the team has advised institutional investors on alternative investment transactions and related matters since 1989. Candidates located in or interested in relocating to Seattle will be considered for the position.

The Investment Management practice is cross-disciplinary, and team members frequently collaborate with attorneys from other core practice groups throughout the Firm. With experienced practitioners who have worked together for many years, the group is recognized as one of the country's most active investment management practices.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, drafting, and organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple transactions and projects simultaneously. Candidates should be effective communicators, comfortable working both collaboratively and independently, and committed to providing outstanding client service.

At Foster Garvey, you will work alongside attorneys and staff dedicated to excellent client service, professional development, and mentorship. You will also have opportunities to participate in pro bono and public service work that reflects the Firm’s longstanding commitment to serving the community. The Firm has a history of litigating significant pro bono cases that protect the rights of some of society's most vulnerable people.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Foster Garvey and enhance our ability to provide clients with innovative, creative, and collaborative advocacy. The Opportunity & Progress Council (OPC) guides Foster Garvey’s actions in these important areas by executing the Firm’s strategic initiatives to break down institutional and cultural barriers to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These initiatives create an environment where everyone can thrive and do their best work together.

The successful candidate will have:

• 5 to 8 years of investment management, investment fund, fund formation, private equity transactions, capital raising, or other relevant transactional experience;
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school and license to practice law;
• Strong academic credentials and excellent analytical and writing skills;
• A client service approach and exceptional communication skills;
• Enthusiasm to work both as part of a diverse team and independently;
• The ability to manage significant individual responsibilities;
• Experience working on and managing multiple projects at once;
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Salary Range

The annualized salary range for this position is $205,000 to $265,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s relevant experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Foster Garvey offers a competitive compensation and benefits package** including, but not limited to, the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions;
• Commuter allowance;
• Disability and life insurance;
• Parental leave;
• Billable credit hours for approved Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Pro Bono work;
• Annual bonus and more.

**The provision of benefits is contingent on an employee’s ability to meet the eligibility requirements for the various types of benefits as outlined in the benefit plan documents and Firm policies.

Pre-Employment Screening

Any job offer will depend upon successful completion of a pre-employment background screening.

Foster Garvey values diversity and is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, political ideology, familial relationships, or status in any other legally protected group.

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