Associate, Investment Funds

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. Advise investment managers on fund formation and capital raising activities .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-Level💰 $260,000 - $390,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in private fund formation, investment management, and regulatory compliance, with strong drafting and negotiation skills. Proven ability to manage complex transactions and collaborate effectively with cross-border teams and clients.

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Juris Doctor (JD) DegreePrivate Fund FormationInvestment ManagementStrong Drafting SkillsRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Fund Document DraftingInvestor NegotiationsTransaction ManagementAnalytical SkillsComplex Documentation HandlingPrimary and Secondary TransactionsInstitutional InvestmentsM&A TransactionsBusiness CombinationsJoint Ventures

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganization SkillsTime-Management SkillsClient-Service OrientationCollaborative Approach

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission to New York Bar

Industry Keywords

Private Investment FundsCapital RaisingSeeding ArrangementsGP Stakes TransactionsCross-Border ConsiderationsCommercial AwarenessStrategic CollaborationsInvestment MandatesInstitutional InvestorsRegulatory Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise investment managers on fund formation and capital raising activities
Draft fund documents and assist with investor negotiations, side letters, and similar arrangements
Assist with GP stakes transactions, seeding arrangements, and structuring investment management firms
Advise secondary buyers and sellers of interests in private investment funds and private asset portfolios
Advise institutional investors on investments in private funds, co-investments, and related transactions
Take ownership of key transaction aspects, manage drafting processes, and coordinate execution with partners, clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams
Work on investment management-adjacent M&A and strategic transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, business combinations, joint ventures, and strategic collaborations
Collaborate with finance, tax, regulatory, intellectual property, and M&A colleagues
Develop into a trusted advisor by understanding the legal and commercial aspects of transactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) degree or LL.M./foreign equivalent from an accredited law school
Admission to the New York Bar or eligibility to become admitted, and in good standing
Approximately 3–6 years of relevant experience in private funds and investment management at a leading law firm or in-house
Experience advising on private fund formation and/or institutional investments into private funds, including familiarity with primary and secondary transactions
Familiarity with regulatory and marketing issues affecting private funds and investment managers, including US and cross-border considerations
Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
Ability to handle complex documentation and competing workstreams
Commercial awareness and ability to understand and articulate the broader business and strategic context of fund and investor mandates
Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and perform well under pressure
Client-service oriented, collaborative, and proactive
Enthusiasm for working with international clients and cross-border teams
Fluency in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability coverage
401(k) retirement savings
Vacation time
Leave programs, including parental leave
Performance bonus eligibility for exempt roles