Funds/Investment Management Attorney - Fully Remote
A boutique, entrepreneur‑driven law group built by former Big Law attorneys is seeking a highly motivated Funds / Investment Management Associate to join its growing transactional platform. This is an exceptional opportunity to operate in a high‑caliber environment while enjoying full remote flexibility, no facetime requirements, and the ability to directly profit from every matter you work on.
Designed for attorneys who want more autonomy, more impact, and more ownership, the firm offers a compelling alternative to traditional Big Law. With a flexible approach to billable expectations, a fully distributed workforce, and a modern, tech‑forward infrastructure, the firm empowers associates to take control of their careers while continuing to handle sophisticated funds and investment management work for innovative, growth‑focused clients.
Key Responsibilities
Advise on a wide range of funds and investment management matters, including:
- Formation, structuring, and ongoing operation of private investment funds and special purpose vehicles
- Drafting and negotiation of fund governance documents, including limited partnership agreements, operating agreements, subscription documents, and side letters
- Advising fund sponsors and managers on fundraising strategy, investor relations, and regulatory considerations
- Counseling on fund governance matters, including LPACs, advisory boards, valuation procedures, and fiduciary obligations
- Representation of investors and fund managers in investments across startups, growth‑stage, and turn‑around capital
- Supporting secondary transactions, restructurings, and liquidity events involving fund interests
- Providing general investment management and transactional support to fund sponsors and portfolio companies
Take lead responsibility on drafting, negotiating, and managing fund documentation and investment-related transactions.
Provide strategic, business‑minded guidance to sponsors, managers, and investors throughout the fund lifecycle.
Work directly with partners and clients in a highly collaborative, efficient, and entrepreneurially focused environment.
Maintain strong ownership over client relationships and workstreams, with meaningful autonomy and visibility into the economics of each engagement.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to the New York Bar (or the ability to waive into NY)
- Admission to the Delaware Bar is a plus but not required
- 3+ years of experience in fund formation, investment management, private funds, or related transactional work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong commercial judgment and ability to advise sophisticated fund sponsors and investors
- Self‑motivated, highly organized, and eager to take greater ownership of matters and client relationships
Location: Fully Remote (Anywhere in the U.S.)
Base Office: New York City
Compensation: $500,000+
Bar Admission: NY Bar (or ability to waive in); DE Bar is a plus
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