A leading global law firm's asset management group is seeking an experienced private funds associate to join its New York team. The role centres on advising fund sponsors and institutional investors across the full fund lifecycle, spanning private equity, hedge, credit, venture capital and other alternative investment vehicles.

The associate will draft and negotiate core fund formation documents, counsel clients on governance, economics and co-investment arrangements, and manage regulatory compliance matters. There is also scope to support restructurings, secondary transactions, continuation vehicles and fund wind-downs, alongside marketing and investor-relations work.

This is a collaborative, cross-practice role offering direct client contact, exposure to sophisticated market developments, and responsibility for mentoring junior associates while running multiple concurrent matters.

JD from an accredited law school and admission (or prompt eligibility) in the relevant jurisdiction
Minimum of two years' substantive private investment fund experience at a national or global law firm
Strong grounding in securities laws and regulations, including the Securities Act, Exchange Act, Investment Advisers Act and Investment Company Act
Demonstrated drafting and negotiation skills on fund formation documents
Familiarity with fund economics, including fee structures, carried interest and waterfall mechanics
Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters
Interest in mentoring and coaching junior associates

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