Staff Attorney, Private Funds

Simpson Thacher; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York seeks a Staff Attorney - Private Funds to assist partners with funds matters, including formation, document drafting for fundraising, and ongoing fund maintenance.

You will review investor subscription documents, onboard investors, manage closings, and prepare transfer agreements. The role involves AML/KYC review and other funds-related tasks, with hybrid work expectations.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA accredited law school is required.
• Admitted to the bar in the state jurisdiction is required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills essential.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities are needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fund formation and document drafting for private funds.
• Review and track investor subscription documents.
• Assist with investor onboarding and fund closings.
• Prepare basic funds-related agreements including transfer agreements.
• Work with clients and investors on secondary transfers.
• Compile master side letters and most favored nation clause compendiums.
• Assist with AML and KYC reviews and ongoing compliance.

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Excellent communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. from ABA accredited law school

Bar admission in NY

Tools

Excel

iManage

Word

Job description

Job Summary & ObjectivesThe Staff Attorney - Private Funds will assist Associates, Counsel, and Partners in various funds matters, including reviewing and preparing documents and agreements for fundraising, secondary transfers, and ongoing fund maintenance.Essential Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssist with fund formation and document drafting for a range of private fund clientsReview and track investor subscription documentsAssist with investor onboardingManage fund closingsPrepare basic funds-related agreements, including transfer agreementsWork with clients and investors to process and close secondary transfersCompile key documents including master side letters and most favored nation clause compendiumsAssist with AML and KYC review and complianceAssist with ongoing fund and compliance workOther tasks as neededEducationRequiredJ.D. from ABA accredited law schoolAdmission to bar of local office jurisdictionTranscripts will be required during the recruitment processSkills and ExperienceRequiredStrong technical and computer skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsStrong organization and time management skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks and demands on timeStrong attention to detailPreferredKnowledge of Excel, iManage, WordSalary InformationNY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $130,000 to $160,000 at the time of posting.The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.Privacy NoticeFor information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice .Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.#LI-Hybrid