Corporate Associate (Private Equity)

Job Overview:
An established and nationally respected law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its Private Equity & Finance practice. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in investment management, private fund formation, and corporate transactional matters. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters for institutional investors, family offices, and investment managers. The role is ideal for attorneys looking to advance their careers in a collaborative, high-caliber environment with long-term growth opportunities.

Location:

• Greenwich, CT

Duties:

• Advise clients on investment management regulations and fund formation

• Provide counsel on formation of open- and closed-end private investment funds

• Represent institutional investors and family offices in private equity, venture capital, and joint ventures

• Draft and negotiate investment-related and corporate documents, including:

  • Investment management and sub-advisory agreements

  • Private placement memoranda (PPMs)

  • LLC operating agreements

  • Limited partnership agreements

  • Subscription agreements

  • Side letters

• Review and provide guidance on investment marketing materials

• Support M&A, strategic joint ventures, and general corporate matters

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience in investment management and private fund formation

• Proven ability to work on complex transactional and regulatory matters

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong client service orientation

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Effective problem-solving skills and ability to offer practical legal advice

• Bar admission in good standing in the jurisdiction of intended practice

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active bar license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting and negotiating complex fund and corporate documentation

• Familiarity with SEC and investment adviser regulatory frameworks

• Experience advising institutional clients and high-net-worth investors

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Business-minded approach with attention to legal detail

Benefits:

• Hybrid work policy (two remote days weekly)

• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Realistic advancement trajectory, including partnership consideration

• Exposure to high-value, complex transactional work

• Supportive and inclusive work culture

This regional law firm employs 300 attorneys that practice in established regional, national, and international companies on many legal matters including complex litigation, transactions, and regulatory matters. Their practice focuses mainly on financial institutions, government, insurance, real estate, and manufacturing issues. This firm has been practicing law for over a century and is one of the first environmental practice groups to form a womens leadership program.