New York Office - Investment Funds Mid-Level Associate

Winston Taylor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Taylor is seeking an associate with 4 - 6 years of experience in private equity fund formation. You will assist sponsors in fund formation, review documentation for institutional investors, and draft governing documents.

Ideal candidates will have experience in large law firms or in-house settings and must be admitted to the state bar of their office location. Opportunities are available in New York, Chicago, or Charlotte.

Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years of significant experience in private equity fund formation.
• Experience at a large law firm or in-house setting.
• Working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and related securities rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist private equity fund sponsors on fund formation matters.
• Review fund documentation on behalf of institutional investors.
• Structure and draft governing documents for fund management companies.

Skills

Private equity fund formation

Negotiation

Securities regulations

Document drafting

Job description

Winston Taylor is looking for an associate with 4 - 6 years of significant experience in private equity fund formation and related matters. Ideally, the candidate should have experience (preferably at a large law firm or, in special circumstances, an in‑house setting), in (i) assisting private equity fund sponsors on fund formation matters, including the preparation and negotiation of fund private placement memoranda, partnership agreements and related ancillary agreements, (ii) reviewing fund documentation on behalf of institutional investors and the related negotiation of fund terms, and/or (iii) structuring and drafting governing documents pertaining to private equity fund management companies and general partners. The candidate should have a working knowledge of relevant securities rules and regulations, including the Investment Advisers Act. Experience with private equity secondary transactions and/or GP‑led restructurings would also be helpful. While we are looking for candidates to place in our Chicago, Charlotte, or New York office, candidates for our other offices will be considered. All candidates must be admitted to the state bar of their office location.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

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