Corporate Associate Private Equity

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Job Overview:
A well-established, multi-office law firm is currently seeking a Corporate Associate to join its Private Equity & Finance practice. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment management, private fund formation, and corporate transactions. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse client base, including institutional investors and family offices, and contribute to complex legal matters such as joint ventures, M&A, and regulatory compliance. The firm offers a collaborative work environment and a hybrid work model, designed to support both professional development and work-life balance.

Location:

• Parsippany, NJ

Duties:

• Advise clients on private fund formation and investment management regulatory issues

• Draft and negotiate fund-related documentation, including:

  • Private placement memoranda (PPMs)

  • Limited partnership agreements

  • LLC operating agreements

  • Subscription agreements

  • Side letters

• Prepare and review investment and sub-advisory agreements

• Provide legal guidance on marketing materials and compliance obligations for investment managers

• Assist in structuring and documenting private equity, venture capital financings, and joint ventures

• Support mergers and acquisitions and handle general corporate matters

• Collaborate with other legal teams to deliver comprehensive client solutions

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience in investment management and private fund formation

• Proven ability to handle sophisticated transactional and regulatory matters

• High level of technical and client service acumen

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment

• Active bar membership in good standing in the jurisdiction of intended practice

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law; Bar admission in good standing required for intended office location

Skills:

• Strong drafting and negotiation capabilities

• Deep knowledge of fund formation structures and investment regulations

• Familiarity with advising institutional investors and family offices

• Ability to develop creative legal solutions tailored to client needs

• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule with two remote days per week

• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Defined path for career advancement and potential partnership

• Exposure to complex and high-impact legal work

• Supportive and inclusive firm culture

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306