Legal Counsel - Sokolassoc : Job Details

Legal Counsel

Sokolassoc

Job Location : New York,NY, USA

Posted on : 2025-03-01T10:20:50Z

Job Description :
Now Hiring: Experienced Fund Formation Lawyer for In-House Role at Leading Asset Manager

Location: NY, NY

Compensation: $250,000-$300,000 + bonus + yearly equity grant

Are you a Fund Formation lawyer with at least 6 years of experience at a top law firm? Are you ready to transition to an in-house position with a leading asset management firm?

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Fund Formation Lawyer to join our client's dynamic in-house legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your Big Law experience and apply your expertise directly to the asset management industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support the structuring and formation of private equity (small amount of venture capital and hedge funds are fine also)
  • Draft, review, and negotiate key fund documents
  • Provide legal and strategic advice on regulatory compliance, fund structures, and fundraising processes
  • Work closely with senior leadership and investment teams to advise on legal issues related to investments and capital raising
  • Stay current with evolving regulations and industry best practices to ensure the firm's operations are compliant and risk-managed
  • Manage relationships with external counsel and oversee legal due diligence for new fund launches and investments

    • Required Qualifications:

    • 6-8 years of experience in fund formation at a major law firm (Big Law or large company)
    • Experience handling complex fund documents
    • Knowledge of global regulatory environments and their impact on fund structuring
    • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with business leaders and other departments
    • Ability to handle multiple, high-priority projects with a high level of independence

    Why Join Our Client?

    • Opportunity to influence the strategic direction of an industry-leading asset manager
    • Access to career growth and professional development opportunities
    • Better work-life balance (when compared to Big Law hours)

    If you're ready to make an impact as part of a leading asset manager and bring your fund formation expertise to the next level, we'd love to hear from you!

    Seniority Level

    Mid-Senior level

    Employment Type

    Full-time

    Job Function

    Legal

    Industries

    Financial Services and Investment Management

    #J-18808-Ljbffr
    Apply Now!
    Similar Jobs ( 0)
    -- View More Similar Jobs --