Private Equity Fund Formation Associate - High-Impact

McDermott Will & Schulte; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 455,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte in New York seeks an associate with 3–6 years of fund formation experience at a law firm to join its Corporate Advisory/Fund Formation practice. The role involves structuring, formation and operation of private investment funds, and advising sponsors on legal, regulatory and compliance matters.

Candidates must have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the New York bar.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of fund formation experience at a law firm
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for immediate partner and client contact
• Professionalism in engaging with high priority clients and investors

Responsibilities

• Assist in structuring, formation and operation of private investment funds
• Advise fund sponsors on legal, regulatory and compliance matters
• Engage with partners and clients to manage high-priority matters
• Collaborate with team in NY office on fund formation engagements

Skills

Fund formation

Client communication

Legal drafting

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Admitted to New York bar

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte in New York seeks an associate with 3–6 years of fund formation experience at a law firm to join its Corporate Advisory/Fund Formation practice. The role involves structuring, formation and operation of private investment funds, and advising sponsors on legal, regulatory and compliance matters.

Candidates must have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to the New York bar.