Senior Associate - Real Estate Funds

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal employment opportunity policy

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago seeks a senior associate for its Asset Management Group to lead fundraising efforts for real estate funds, focusing on structuring, formation, and ongoing management of investment products. You will oversee drafting and negotiating fund documents, advise sponsors and investors, supervise junior lawyers, and coordinate with clients and service providers to close transactions.

The role emphasizes responsible use of AI for legal research and document review, with

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Illinois admission to practice.
• 5+ years of real estate funds experience at a global law firm.
• Experience with open-end and closed-end fund structures.
• Ability to draft and negotiate complex fund documents.
• Proficiency in using AI technologies for legal research.

Responsibilities

• Represent sponsors and investors in real estate fund transactions.
• Advise on formation, structuring, and management of real estate funds.
• Lead fundraising efforts for real estate funds.
• Draft, review, and negotiate fund offering documents and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and analyze regulatory requirements.

Skills

Real estate funds

Drafting negotiations

Legal research

Leadership mentoring

Regulatory frameworks

AI in legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a senior associate for their Asset Management Group in Chicago. The role involves leading teams in fundraising activities for real estate funds, with a focus on structuring, formation, and management of various real estate investment products.

Duties

• Represent real estate fund sponsors and investors in transactions and negotiations.


• Advise on the formation, structuring, and management of real estate funds.


• Lead teams during fundraising processes for real estate funds.


• Draft, review, and negotiate fund offering documents and agreements.


• Conduct legal research and analyze regulatory requirements.


• Coordinate with clients and service providers to facilitate fund closings.


• Prepare and review disclosure documents and investor communications.


• Support due diligence processes for real estate acquisitions.


• Identify and resolve legal issues related to fund operations.


• Monitor changes in laws affecting real estate funds.


• Use AI technologies responsibly for legal research and document review.


• Collaborate with colleagues in related practices and supervise junior team members.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.


• Admitted to practice law in Illinois.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate funds at a global law firm.


• Experience with open-end and closed-end fund structures.


• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex legal documents.


• Proficiency in using AI technologies responsibly.


• High attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.


• Willingness to lead and mentor junior associates.

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of real estate fund structures and regulatory frameworks.


• Proven experience with fund structures and investment products.


• Ability to draft and negotiate complex legal documents.


• Proficiency in AI technologies for legal research.


• Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills.

Benefits

Equal employment opportunity policy.