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Structure Complex Private Funds and Guide Sponsor Operations Across Asset Classes

Washington, District of Columbia Full time 3-6 years
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Position overview

Our client is seeking an associate with at least three years of experience in private investment fund formation and related operational matters to join its Investment Funds practice in Washington, D.C. The position is open to qualified associates entering the fourth- through sixth-year class.

The Work

  • Advise fund sponsors on the structuring and formation of private investment funds across a broad spectrum of asset classes.
  • Support clients through fund fundraising, including the legal work involved in bringing private investment vehicles to market.
  • Counsel sponsors on internal sponsor arrangements and the structuring and execution of co-investments.
  • Handle fund operational matters and day-to-day corporate issues for asset managers.
  • Advise on regulatory and compliance matters, including complex or novel issues affecting asset managers.
  • Work with private capital managers across a range of stages and strategies, including established firms and emerging buyout, venture, and credit managers.

What You Bring

  • At least three years of experience in private investment fund formation and related fund operational matters.
  • Experience advising on the structuring and fundraising of private investment funds.
  • Knowledge of fund operations, internal sponsor arrangements, and co-investments.
  • Familiarity with regulatory and compliance issues affecting private funds or asset managers.
  • Ability to support fund matters involving a broad range of asset classes and sponsor profiles.
  • Strong legal analysis, drafting, and client-service skills appropriate to the associate level.

Why Consider It

The practice handles private fund matters across asset classes and advises a varied sponsor base, from established global private equity and asset management firms to emerging buyout, venture, and credit managers.

The scope includes formation, fundraising, co-investments, fund operations, and regulatory and compliance work, providing exposure across the fund lifecycle.

The broader platform draws on global reach and related securities, tax, and regulatory capabilities.

Compensation & Benefits

The organization also describes comprehensive well-being and benefits resources through its well-being program.

Confidentiality

This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.