Senior Counsel Attorney – Fund Services

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 392,000 - 479,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services seeks a Senior Counsel Attorney to join its fund services group in a partner-track environment serving active venture capital and growth equity sponsors. You’ll guide private investment fund formation and regulatory matters across the lifecycle, from structuring through ongoing compliance.

Based in Washington DC, New York, or Boston, you will mentor junior attorneys, collaborate with partners, and help grow a premier practice by delivering practical,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of dedicated fund formation and regulatory experience within a national or international law firm.
• Deep familiarity with advising both fund sponsors and investors.
• Superior academic credentials and exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A proactive, polished, and commercially minded approach to client service.
• Motivation to help shape, strengthen, and grow a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structuring, formation, and operation of private investment funds for a wide range of U.S. and international sponsors.
• Guide clients through regulatory matters under the Securities Act, Exchange Act, Investment Company Act, and Investment Advisers Act.
• Represent institutional investors in private fund investments and advise on all aspects of their investment programs.
• Work closely with partners on strategic advisory matters while mentoring more junior attorneys.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of a premier fund formation and regulatory practice.

Skills

Fund formation experience

Regulatory experience

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Commercially minded client service

Job description

Senior Counsel Attorney – Fund Services

A leading U.S. law practice is seeking an accomplished Senior Counsel Attorney to join its highly regarded fund services group. This is an opportunity to step into a sophisticated, partner-track environment supporting many of the most active venture capital and growth equity sponsors in the market. The role can be based out of D.C., New York or Boston. In this role, you’ll advise clients across the entire fund life cycle — from initial structuring and formation through ongoing regulatory, compliance, and operational matters. The position is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a collaborative, client-forward setting and is ready to take a leadership role within a growing practice.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the structuring, formation, and operation of private investment funds for a wide range of U.S. and international sponsors.


• Guide clients through complex regulatory matters under the Securities Act, Exchange Act, Investment Company Act, and Investment Advisers Act.


• Represent institutional investors in private fund investments and advise on all aspects of their investment programs.


• Work closely with partners on strategic advisory matters while mentoring more junior attorneys.


• Contribute to the ongoing development of a premier fund formation and regulatory practice.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of dedicated fund formation and regulatory experience within a national or international law firm.


• Deep familiarity with advising both fund sponsors and investors.


• Superior academic credentials and exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.


• A proactive, polished, and commercially minded approach to client service.


• Motivation to help shape, strengthen, and grow a high-performing team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary of $435,000, plus discretionary merit-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for attorneys and dependents.


• Family-building benefits, paid parental leave, and extensive support for working parents and caregivers.


• Monthly wellness reimbursements and 24/7 behavioral health resources.


• Retirement savings with firm contributions, commuter benefits, and multiple voluntary coverage options.


• Firm-funded CLE, bar dues, bar review fees, and robust professional development resources.

If you’re seeking a role where your fund formation expertise is valued, your client relationships matter, and your career trajectory is taken seriously, this opportunity offers a clear path to long-term impact and advancement.