Senior Asset Management and Investment Funds Associate

Job Overview:
A prestigious international law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 5–8 years of experience to join its Asset Management & Investment Funds practice. This role is ideal for a candidate with deep knowledge of private fund formation and operational matters, particularly for both general partners (GPs) and limited partners (LPs). The position offers opportunities for direct client interaction, increasing responsibility, and collaboration with experienced attorneys across a global platform.

Location:

• Boston, MA

Duties:

• Advise emerging and established sponsors on the formation, structuring, and operation of private investment funds

• Represent both GPs and LPs in fund negotiations, documentation, and regulatory compliance matters

• Draft and review private placement memoranda, partnership agreements, subscription documents, and side letters

• Counsel clients on Investment Advisers Act, Securities Act, and other regulatory considerations

• Collaborate with attorneys and professionals across multiple offices and practice groups

• Participate in client strategy development and provide mentorship to junior attorneys

Requirements:

• 5 to 8 years of focused legal experience in asset management and investment funds

• Significant experience representing fund sponsors and institutional investors

• Strong client relationship and project management skills

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the relevant practicing state (MA, NY, or D.C.), or eligibility to obtain promptly

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of private fund structures, including hedge funds, private equity, real estate, and venture capital funds

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills

• Familiarity with applicable securities regulations, including the Investment Company Act and Investment Advisers Act

• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools

Benefits:

Compensation:

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Expense reimbursements available

Health & Insurance:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Life and AD&D insurance (basic, supplemental, spouse/child options)

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance

• Business travel accident insurance

• Identity protection and fraud assistance

• Pet insurance

Retirement & Financial:

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Student loan refinancing resources and concierge service

• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

• 529 plan deductions

Leave & Time Off:

• Generous paid time off (commonly 3–4 weeks, flexible structure)

• 12 paid holidays annually

• Parental leave (24 weeks total, 12 paid)

• Bereavement leave

• Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Professional Development:

• CLE credit opportunities and bar expense reimbursement

• Mentorship and leadership training

• Balanced hours and ramp-up/ramp-down support programs

• Pro bono opportunities

Family & Wellness:

• Back-up child and elder care

• Lactation support and breast milk delivery services

• Addiction and mental health resources

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to caregiving concierge services

Other Perks:

• Relocation assistance

• Employee referral bonus program

• Discounts on technology, entertainment, and travel

• Wellness program and initiatives

A serious Big Law heavyweight with an especially solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-Atlantic regions, this firm excels in multiple arenas, from billion-dollar transactions to high-stakes litigation, and everything in between. These days, the firm is prioritizing international expansion, with offices opening across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia, in a move that is sure to bring more cross-border work and multinational clients. Known for its friendly culture, working at this firm means collaborating with brilliant minds and extraordinary individuals.