Mid-Level Private Funds Associate Attorney

A law firm is currently seeking a Mid-Level Private Funds Associate Attorney for their office located in New York City, NY. The ideal candidate should possess 3-5 years of private funds experience and must be admitted to the New York Bar with excellent credentials.

Job Overview:

The Mid-Level Private Funds Associate Attorney will be responsible for providing legal support and guidance on various aspects of private funds transactions and regulatory compliance matters.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to private funds regulations and transactions.
• Draft and review private fund offering documents, including private placement memoranda, limited partnership agreements, and subscription documents.
• Assist in negotiating and structuring private funds transactions, including fund formations, investments, and exits.
• Advise clients on compliance matters related to securities laws, investment adviser regulations, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external parties, including clients, investors, and regulatory authorities, to facilitate smooth fund operations.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in private funds practice at a reputable law firm or financial institution.
• Admission to the New York Bar.
• Strong academic credentials from a recognized law school.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents and agreements.
• Negotiation and transactional skills.
• Regulatory compliance expertise in private funds.
• Client communication and relationship management.
• Team collaboration and interpersonal skills.

This law firm has offices in Frankfurt, Seoul, New York, Moscow, Rome, Brussels, Abu Dhabi, Beijing, London, Cologne, Sao Paulo, Washington, Buenos Aires and Milan. The firm was established in late 1940s and its practice areas are information technology, metals and mining, sovereign government and international institutions, banking and financial, airlines, aviation and aerospace, energy, manufacturing and industrial services, pharmaceutical and biotechnology, pulp and paper, construction and infrastructure and metals and mining.