Mid-Level Investment Funds Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Mid-Level Investment Funds Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in investment funds, with expertise in private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce high-quality deliverables, answer phone calls, and respond to correspondence promptly.
• Provide timely and accurate work products while meeting deadlines and expectations.
• Foster positive work relationships and comply with all firm policies.
• Engage in physical and sedentary activities such as working at a computer, participating in virtual conference calls, and attending meetings.
• Perform other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned by senior attorneys.

Requirements:

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in Illinois.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in investment funds, including private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds.
• Experience with secondary transactions, separately managed accounts, and carry vehicles preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
• Good business judgment and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Research and problem-solving abilities.
• Conceptual thinking and ability to influence others.
• Persuasive communication and management skills.

Education and Certifications:

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar Admission in Illinois.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good business judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Research and problem-solving skills.
• Conceptual thinking.
• Ability to influence others.
• Persuasive communication.
• Management skills.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.