Job Description

INVESTMENT FUNDS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Investment Management & Funds Practice Group

HYBRID

Our client, a national AmLaw 200 firm , is seeking a seasoned Investment Funds Attorney to join its sophisticated Investment Management & Funds practice across multiple U.S. offices. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior-level attorney to work on complex, high-value fund formation and structuring matters for a diverse client base that includes private equity sponsors, hedge fund managers, credit funds, and other alternative investment vehicles. The practice is known for its technical depth, collaborative culture, and market-leading work in the funds space.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction , in good standing

• Significant experience in investment fund formation, structuring, and ongoing regulatory compliance

• Deep knowledge of private equity funds, hedge funds, credit funds, and other alternative investment vehicles

• Experience advising sponsors and managers on fund governance, disclosures, and regulatory matters

• Strong familiarity with U.S. investment management regulations , including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related SEC requirements

• Ability to manage complex matters independently and serve as a trusted advisor to sophisticated clients

• Excellent oral and written communication skills , sound judgment, and a client-focused approach

• Large law firm experience strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Advise fund sponsors and investment managers on the formation, structuring, and launch of investment funds across multiple asset classes
• Draft and negotiate fund documentation , including private placement memoranda, limited partnership agreements, operating agreements, and subscription materials
• Counsel clients on regulatory compliance matters under federal and state securities laws
• Provide ongoing advice regarding fund operations, governance, and investor relations
• Collaborate with colleagues across tax, regulatory, and transactional teams to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
• Stay current on regulatory developments impacting the investment management industry

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work within a premier Investment Funds practice handling sophisticated matters for leading asset managers and investment sponsors. You’ll be part of a collegial and intellectually rigorous environment that values technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term professional growth. The practice supports senior attorneys with the platform, resources, and autonomy needed to thrive at the highest levels of the market.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $300,000–$520,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; profit sharing ; HSA and FSA; generous time off and vacation days; family/dependent care leave; 529 College Savings Plan; and more!

Application Requirements

Locations

DE (Wilmington)

FL (Boca Raton)

MD (Baltimore)

NJ (Hackensack)

NY (New York)

TX (Dallas)

Washington, D.C.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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