Fund Formation and Investment Management Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 4-6 years of relevant experience to join their Fund Formation and Investment Management Practice Group in Boston. The role involves providing comprehensive services to general partners and limited partners, understanding the business objectives and trends within the private funds industry.

Duties

• Structure funds and management entities.
• Negotiate with institutional investors, including pension plans and endowments.
• Handle secondary sales of limited partner fund stakes.
• Manage GP-led fund restructurings.
• Draft and manage sophisticated legal matters.
• Collaborate with partners, senior counsel, and clients.

Requirements

• Solid experience in fund formation and investment management.
• Working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act and Securities Act.
• Strong drafting and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive mindset and exceptional work ethic.

Education

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

Certifications

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

Skills

• Ability to manage complex legal matters.
• Comfortable working in collaborative teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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.