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Senior Private Investment Funds Attorney | Deep Fund Formation

Senior Private Investment Funds Attorney | Deep Fund Formation

Phoenix VXChicago, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our client is an elite law firm is seeking a M id-to-Senior Level Associate to join its growing Private Investment Funds Practice Group . This is a career-defining role for an attorney who thrives on complex structuring, regulatory depth, and client engagement. Hiring at Multiple Locations : Chicago, NYC, DC

You'll work alongside respected partners and dealmakers to advise top-tier private fund sponsors and institutional investors across a wide range of strategies— private equity, venture capital, credit, real estate, infrastructure, and impact funds . The role offers significant client exposure, high-profile fund launches, and direct impact on global capital flows.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as lead associate on the formation, structuring, and launch of U.S. and offshore private funds
  • Draft and negotiate offering documents , including PPMs, LPAs, side letters, and GP / manager-level agreements
  • Counsel clients on U.S. securities compliance , especially Investment Advisers Act requirements and Form ADV filings
  • Provide legal guidance on SBIC licensing , regulatory approvals, and fund lifecycle compliance
  • Represent institutional investors during diligence and negotiation of fund terms and side letters
  • Support secondary transactions , including GP-led fund restructurings and continuation vehicles
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team of partners, associates, and clients in a supportive, fast-moving environment

Basic Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar admission in your state of practice
  • 6–8 years of experience in private fund formation, ideally within an Am Law 100 or equivalent legal environment
  • Deep experience drafting and negotiating private offering materials , fund agreements, and related documents
  • Solid understanding of U.S. securities law , including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940
  • Experience with institutional investor representation , co-investment structures, or GP-led transactions is highly valued
  • Strong client communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative, proactive mindset
  • Interest in long-term clients
  • What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

  • Work directly with sophisticated sponsors and institutional LPs on $100M+ fund launches
  • Accelerated client exposure and visibility within a nationally ranked funds practice
  • Supportive culture that values mentoring, growth, and long-term career development
  • Hybrid work model with flexibility and autonomy for top-performing associates
  • Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits in a high-performance legal team environment
  • Relocation Assistance? Yes - $5k Stipend for relocation if moving over 75 miles

    Diversity & Inclusion

    We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

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    If you're ready to take the next step in your funds career and work on high-impact deals alongside top-tier colleagues, we'd love to connect. Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to be considered.

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