Senior Fund Formation Counsel - Private Equity & Hedge Funds

The PeterSan Group and PeterSan Legal Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The PeterSan Group and PeterSan Legal Staffing in New York seeks an attorney with 3+ years of fund formation experience to represent private funds on compliance, capital raising, structuring, and related matters. The role involves drafting and negotiating fund documents and coordinating with GC and Deputy GC.

You will work closely with our clients and internal teams to advise on regulatory issues, prepare offering materials, and oversee outside counsel through the fund formation process.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of fund formation experience within the Investment Management space (Private Equity and Hedge Funds).
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and FINRA regulations.
• Member in good standing of New York Bar or another state or jurisdiction
• Law firm or in-house experience at an asset management firm is a plus

Responsibilities

• Negotiate various agreements with counterparties including fund managers and distribution agents.
• Draft and review of private fund offering materials, partnership agreements, and other private fund legal documentation.
• Assist with regulatory filing.
• Advise on the legal implications of offering new and existing products and services.
• Coordinate outside legal counsel with respect to a variety of issues including regulatory, corporate, and fund investment work.
• Draft and review various contracts, non-disclosure agreements and other legal documentation.
• Perform ad hoc research projects.

Skills

Fund formation experience

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Regulatory compliance

Investment management knowledge

Job description

The PeterSan Group and PeterSan Legal Staffing in New York seeks an attorney with 3+ years of fund formation experience to represent private funds on compliance, capital raising, structuring, and related matters. The role involves drafting and negotiating fund documents and coordinating with GC and Deputy GC.

You will work closely with our clients and internal teams to advise on regulatory issues, prepare offering materials, and oversee outside counsel through the fund formation process.