Inhouse Fund Attorney - Vice President - New York

We are working exclusively with a Fin-Tech company who work across the global alternative investment space. They are seeking an experienced funds lawyer to join their growing legal team here in New York as a Vice President.

The focus of this role will include representing private funds, both hedge and private equity funds, on a wide spectrum of matters including compliance and regulatory issues, capital raising, marketing, investor relations, fund formation and structuring, as well as corporate transactional matters.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in both drafting and negotiating fund documents, side letters, placement agreements and related fund materials. This person will work closely with both the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel throughout the fund formation process.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of fund formation experience within the Investment Management space (Private Equity and Hedge Fund)
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and FINRA regulations
• Member in good standing of New York Bar or another state or jurisdiction

For more information contact George Reilly at: georgereilly@wilkinsonpartners.com