Private Investment Fund Attorney Job at Robert Half (Stamford)

Private Investment Fund/Investment Management Associate

We are looking for a motivated Private Investment Fund/Investment Management Ass...

Location

United States , Stamford

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in private investment fund formation or investment management, preferably at a large law firm or in-house
Solid understanding of fund structures, key fund terms, and securities regulations
Proven ability to draft and analyze complex legal documents with precision
Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage multiple priorities effectively
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Ideally admitted to the Connecticut Bar
however, admission is not required at the time of application. Candidates must be eligible for admission and commit to obtaining Connecticut Bar admission within three months of their start date

Job Responsibility

Assist with the establishment of private investment funds, including private equity, hedge funds, and other alternative investment vehicles
Draft, review, and refine essential fund documents such as private placement memoranda, partnership or operating agreements, subscription agreements, and side letters
Facilitate negotiations with investors and analyze investor-related documentation, including co-investment materials
Ensure compliance with securities laws by addressing exemptions under federal and state regulations
Conduct in-depth legal research on regulatory issues related to funds
Coordinate fund launch processes, including managing timelines and overseeing closings
Collaborate with senior attorneys, clients, and fund administrators to ensure seamless project execution

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Transactional Paralegal

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a large global private equity firm in Chica...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor Degree required
Paralegal certificate highly preferred
1-3+ years of paralegal experience handling corporate/transactional law preferably in fund formation or investment transactions
Experience in private equity highly preferred
Experience managing closings, corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions and/or debt finance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Job Responsibility

Draft, organize, and maintain legal and transactional materials related to investment approvals, fund subscriptions, financing arrangements, entity formation, governance actions, and closing deliverables
Coordinate with attorneys, investment team members, financial institutions, accountants, investors, and other external parties to facilitate document execution and information flow
Review and manage closing files to ensure documents are complete, properly tracked, and aligned with internal legal and procedural standards
Support the preparation and ongoing administration of documentation connected to private equity fund formation, capital raising activities, and investment transactions
Oversee post-closing processes, including compiling final executed materials, distributing completed packages, and assembling organized closing records
Address requests from investors and fund sponsors related to transaction closings, amendments, and supplemental documentation needs
Maintain and enhance internal trackers, reference materials, checklists, and reporting tools used to monitor legal documentation and transaction status
Assist with due diligence efforts by gathering records, organizing materials, and supporting review processes for active projects

What we offer

Generous annual bonus
medical
dental
vision
401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
flexible spending accounts (FSA)
generous PTO
commuter benefits
employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
access to additional voluntary benefits

Fulltime

Fund in house counsel

We are looking for an experienced Fund In House Counsel to join a Boston, Massac...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active attorney license with experience practicing in corporate, investment management, or fund-related legal matters
Demonstrated background reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts and other legally binding agreements
Strong understanding of fund documentation, investor agreements, and legal issues related to investment vehicles
Working knowledge of U.S. securities laws and regulations relevant to private funds and investment advisers
Experience supporting complex fund closings and coordinating multiple legal stakeholders effectively
Ability to communicate clearly with business teams, outside counsel, and other partners while managing priorities in an organized manner
Proven drafting skills with the ability to identify legal risk and provide practical, business-oriented recommendations

Job Responsibility

Provide legal counsel on the establishment and organization of investment funds, including support for structuring considerations and investor-facing materials
Prepare, analyze, and negotiate a range of legal documents tied to investment activities, such as subscription agreements, confidentiality agreements, and side arrangements
Interpret and advise on applicable securities regulations, including matters arising under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act
Coordinate legal support for regulatory compliance obligations, including required disclosures, filings, and interactions connected to oversight bodies
Guide legal workstreams associated with significant fund closings to help ensure accurate documentation and timely execution
Partner with investment teams during transactions by assisting with diligence reviews and legal considerations related to deal completion
Oversee relationships with external counsel, including support for budgeting, scope management, and quality of deliverables
Help develop internal legal guidance, policies, and educational resources to strengthen awareness of regulatory and contractual obligations

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fund In House Counsel

We are looking for an experienced Fund In House Counsel to join a Boston, Massac...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active attorney license with experience practicing in corporate, investment management, or fund-related legal matters
Demonstrated background reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts and other legally binding agreements
Strong understanding of fund documentation, investor agreements, and legal issues related to investment vehicles
Working knowledge of U.S. securities laws and regulations relevant to private funds and investment advisers
Experience supporting complex fund closings and coordinating multiple legal stakeholders effectively
Ability to communicate clearly with business teams, outside counsel, and other partners while managing priorities in an organized manner
Proven drafting skills with the ability to identify legal risk and provide practical, business-oriented recommendations

Job Responsibility

Provide legal counsel on the establishment and organization of investment funds, including support for structuring considerations and investor-facing materials
Prepare, analyze, and negotiate a range of legal documents tied to investment activities, such as subscription agreements, confidentiality agreements, and side arrangements
Interpret and advise on applicable securities regulations, including matters arising under the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act
Coordinate legal support for regulatory compliance obligations, including required disclosures, filings, and interactions connected to oversight bodies
Guide legal workstreams associated with significant fund closings to help ensure accurate documentation and timely execution
Partner with investment teams during transactions by assisting with diligence reviews and legal considerations related to deal completion
Oversee relationships with external counsel, including support for budgeting, scope management, and quality of deliverables
Help develop internal legal guidance, policies, and educational resources to strengthen awareness of regulatory and contractual obligations

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

M&A Lawyer

Join Our Team as an M&A Lawyer at Axiom. We are currently seeking M&A Lawyers to...

Location

United States , San Francisco or Chicago

Salary:

104500.00 USD / Year

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Possess an active bar license in the state in which you reside
Minimum 3+ years of experience practicing as an M&A attorney at an AmLaw firm or F500 in-house legal department, with a focus on handling complex M&A transactions
Experience working on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, private equity, or fund investments either at an law firm or in an in-house legal team
Strong knowledge of federal and state corporate and securities laws, regulations, and practices related to M&A transactions

Job Responsibility

Advise clients on all aspects of M&A transactions, including deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation, drafting, and closing of purchase and sale agreements, merger agreements, and other related documents
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents, including purchase, merger, confidentiality, and disclosure agreements
Coordinate activities of large deal teams and internal and external stakeholders, from due diligence through closing and integration to facilitate seamless deal execution
Conduct and coordinate due diligence investigations to identify potential legal risks and provide strategic guidance to clients on mitigating those risks
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, regulatory, and compliance experts, to ensure seamless execution of M&A transactions and integration processes

What we offer

health, dental, and vision insurance
paid holidays and PTO
flexible work arrangements
professional development opportunities and tools

Fulltime

Deputy City Attorney

The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is seeking a qualified and motivated in...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

155428.00 - 272350.00 USD / Year

City and County of San Francisco

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed to practice law in California
Three or more years of experience with investment transactions, such as private fund formation, representing institutional investors across various investment strategies and asset classes, and advising on portfolio investments
Ability to assume responsibility quickly and work independently and efficiently
Excellent oral and written communication
Ability to manage and appropriately balance multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and adjust to fluctuations in workload
Ability to quickly prioritize among different legal issues and assess legal risks
Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
Desire and ability to work successfully as part of a team

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice regarding investments across various asset classes and strategies, including public and private equity, fixed income, private credit, real assets, venture capital and absolute returns, and co-investments, including review and negotiation of investment documentation and post-investment matters such as amendments, consents, waivers, terminations and continuation vehicle transactions
Review and negotiate agreements related to domestic and foreign private investment funds, separately managed accounts, collective investment trusts and co-investment vehicles (e.g., offering memoranda and other investment-related agreements such as limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements and related side letters), and provide legal advice regarding same
Draft and negotiate investment management agreements, non-disclosure agreements and other investment-related agreements with service providers (e.g., custodian, investment consultants, external discretionary investment managers, and outside legal counsel)
Draft and negotiate a wide range of service provider and vendor agreements, including software license agreements, subscription and SaaS contracts, and professional services agreements
Prepare and review requests for proposals (RFP) and requests for qualifications (RFQ) for a broad range of services, including investment management, consulting and information technology services
Participate in selection and oversight of outside investment counsel, including coordinating workflow, evaluating work product, and reviewing invoices
Provide legal advice on relevant laws, rules and regulations that affect our clients’ investment activities

What we offer

robust health, retirement and other benefits

Fulltime

Portfolio Analyst, Private Credit

The Private Credit Portfolio Analyst will report to the Group Leader of Fundamen...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

90000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Fidelity Investments

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required
Minimum of 3-5 years in the direct lending / private credit space
Knowledge of warehousing, finance, lines of credit, supporting deal teams as they originate, close and fund new direct lending transactions
Previous experience in negotiating and managing of credit arrangements for new business and renewals of existing credit arrangements
Proven ability to interact with, assess, and build relationships internally as well as externally, with investment teams, attorneys, banks, agents and other deal sources
Previous experience with deal closing, including credit agreement documentation and or other relevant legal documentation
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Self-starter with a willingness to be flexible and take on additional responsibilities
Proven ability to work collaboratively in team environments
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Responsibility

Collaborate closely with the investment teams, finance specialists, tax, legal, and compliance to deliver finance support during investment, divestment, restructuring, and loan financing activities
Manage line of credit and leverage facilities for private fund
Manage key financial controls for asset portfolios – i.e. cash management, expenses, and liquidity
Lead as deal execution point of contact with external and internal counterparties
Partner with operations team to fulfil all operational requirements, including liaising with banks on funding requirements
Oversee investment holdings, review periodic valuation and performance analytics
Use tools and business knowledge to continuously provide insightful information, reporting and analytics that evolve with changes in the business
Support ongoing and ad-hoc analyses
Identify gaps in current workflow and take a proactive approach to drive operational front-mid-back process improvements and efficiencies, and reduce operational risks

What we offer

Comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support
Market-leading retirement
Generous paid time off and parental leave
Charitable giving employee match program
Educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career

Fulltime

Attorney

We are looking for an experienced and driven attorney to join our team in Consho...

Location

United States , Conshohocken

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed attorney with 3-6 years of experience, preferably in private equity or corporate law
Membership in the Pennsylvania Bar is required
Strong background in private markets and fund formation is highly desirable
Experience with private equity transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, is a plus
Exceptional communication skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel
Demonstrated ability to work proactively, solve complex legal issues, and collaborate within a team environment
Outstanding analytical and organizational abilities with keen attention to detail
Familiarity with legal structuring and tax considerations in private markets is advantageous

Job Responsibility

Negotiate and review investor agreements, such as limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements, and side letters, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Oversee LP and GP-led secondary transactions by drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, transfer documents, and framework agreements
Support fund formation and separate account processes, including drafting agreements and facilitating closings
Provide legal guidance on private market transactions, such as co-investments and credit transactions
Collaborate with legal teams, clients, private equity sponsors, and investment professionals to deliver expert legal support
Supervise and coordinate with outside counsel to maintain high-quality deliverables and alignment with client needs
Analyze amendments to private equity fund agreements and advise fund investment teams on legal implications
Enhance internal systems, procedures, and guidelines to streamline investment legal processes
Handle client closings into investment funds, ensuring compliance and efficiency
Contribute to special projects and initiatives as needed

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

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