Junior to Mid-Level Fund Formation and Investment Management Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Junior to Mid-Level Fund Formation and Investment Management Associate in Chicago, IL. The role involves working within a dynamic practice group that provides comprehensive services to general partners and limited partners in the private funds industry.

Duties

• Assist in fund and management structuring.
• Negotiate with institutional investors, including government pension plans and endowments.
• Handle secondary sales of limited partner fund stakes.
• Participate in general partner-led fund restructurings.
• Draft and review legal documents with precision.
• Collaborate with partners, senior counsels, and clients.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in fund formation and investment management.
• Working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act registration and compliance.
• Familiarity with the Securities Act as it pertains to private investment funds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of the Bar in the jurisdiction(s) where admitted.

Skills

• Excellent document drafting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement plan.
• Disability and Life insurance.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Backup Care for Dependents.

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.