New York City | Hybrid

Private Investment Funds Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Private Investment Funds Associate Attorney to join its New York office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing domestic and international venture capital funds, private equity funds, institutional sponsors, and alternative investment managers in sophisticated fund formation and investment transactions.

Ideal Background

• 4–6 years of private investment funds experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing domestic and international private equity funds, venture capital funds, growth equity funds, institutional sponsors, family offices, and alternative investment managers

• Experience advising clients on the structuring, formation, organization, and ongoing operation of private investment funds

• Experience drafting and negotiating limited partnership agreements, operating agreements, subscription documents, side letters, investment management agreements, and other fund formation documents

• Experience advising clients on fund governance, sponsor matters, carried interest, management company structures, and regulatory considerations

• Experience supporting fund investments, portfolio company acquisitions, financings, co-investments, secondary transactions, and alternative investment structures

• Ability to independently manage significant portions of sophisticated transactions while collaborating effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and multidisciplinary deal teams

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Significant client interaction with the ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier Private Investment Funds platform

✅ Sophisticated domestic and international fund formation work

✅ Opportunity to represent leading private equity, venture capital, and alternative investment sponsors

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility on complex transactions

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174