Mid-Level Funds Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level funds associate to join its private equity fund formation and investment practice group in New York City, NY. The group advises fund sponsors and institutional investors on structuring, negotiating, and investing in private equity, venture capital, and infrastructure funds, as well as co-investment transactions.

Duties

• Advise on private equity fund formations and investments.
• Collaborate with practice specialists in a large firm environment.
• Service clients across a wide range of industries.
• Manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in private equity fund formations or investments.
• Experience at a major U.S. or international law firm preferred.
• Member in good standing with, or willingness to be admitted to, the New York Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar or eligibility to obtain.

Skills

• Strong collaborative skills and team orientation.
• Positive attitude and demonstrated work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

• Competitive market salaries.

Law offices are based in Toronto, New York and Calgary. Area of specialization is business law. The legal practice was formed in 1941. Two-hundred and seventy-six qualified attorneys and a professional support staff are employed at the firm. They represent clients worldwide. Practice areas and industries are significant. Some of their practice areas include competition-antitrust, corporate-capital markets, intellectual property and litigation-dispute resolution. The law practice endorses pro-bono work.