Junior to Mid-level Investment Funds Associate (Chicago / Washington, DC / New York)

Junior to Mid-level Investment Funds Associate (Chicago / Washington, DC / New York)

Description

We are seeking a talented junior / mid-level associate with two to five years of experience to join our Investment Funds team. Our team represents fund managers and their funds across a variety of asset classes and strategies (real estate, private equity, private credit, venture capital, infrastructure, etc.) and significant institutional investors with respect to all aspects of structuring, fundraising and operating investment funds, alternative investment structures, and navigating their respective investment management needs. You will be a key member of a growing and dynamic team. Because of the breadth of Baker McKenzie’s funds platform, your expertise and problem‑solving abilities will be appreciated and valued.

Requirements : Applicants should have a mix of the following :

• Substantive experience drafting private investment fund documents,
• Prior experience reviewing and identifying issues in fund documents on behalf of institutional investors,
• Background in negotiating side letters and other ancillary contractual materials,
• Familiarity with the Investment Company Act, Securities Act (specifically including Regulation D), Advisers Act and related exemptions, registration and compliance issues applicable to fund managers,
• Prior exposure to investment adviser compliance, commercial real estate assets and related financings is helpful.

Because of the reach of Baker McKenzie’s international platform, we need a team member who can bridge different jurisdictions and practice groups to shape what Baker’s truly global funds platform will look like in the future. We value curiosity and intellectual flexibility, so associates who love diving into new issues will find a good professional home here.

Please include a cover letter, transcript, deal sheet and resume with the application. The candidate must have the ability to function smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse team members. Must be admitted to and a member in good standing of the Illinois, New York or Washington, DC Bar or eligible to waive in.

About us

At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world‑class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.

Additional Information

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people – regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age – to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. Should candidates require any reasonable adjustments and / or accommodations when applying to or interviewing with our Firm, please notify recruitmentservices@bakermckenzie.com.

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