Our client is seeking a 3–6-year associate for a sophisticated investment funds practice in Miami. The work spans domestic and international fund formation, ongoing operations, and investments in private funds, with significant opportunities to contribute to sponsor-side and investor-side secondary transactions.
The Work
- Advise clients on the formation and operation of domestic and international private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds.
- Support sponsor-side and investor-side representations in secondary transactions, bringing practical judgment to matters involving differing client perspectives.
- Advise on investments in private funds, applying an understanding of fund structures and investor considerations.
- Contribute to matters involving separately managed accounts and carry vehicles where experience in these structures is applicable.
- Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, deliver high-quality work, and manage deadlines and competing priorities across active matters.
What You Bring
- Three to six years of relevant investment funds experience.
- Experience advising on the formation and operation of domestic and international private funds.
- Experience with private equity, real estate, venture capital, or hedge funds and investments in those funds.
- Significant secondary transaction experience, ideally representing both sponsors and investors.
- Experience structuring separately managed accounts or carry vehicles is a plus.
- Strong academic background and a JD from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice in Florida; direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience is preferred.
Why Consider It
Join a sophisticated investment funds practice described as market-leading and contribute with skills that can transfer directly to active client work.
The role offers exposure to multiple fund strategies and sponsor and investor perspectives, including significant secondary transaction work.
A hybrid arrangement may be available, with specifics determined at hiring and subject to change.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated hiring range is $260,000–$390,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications, and benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k).
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.