Investment Funds Associate

HIA Legal
San Francisco, CA

Investment Funds Mid/Snr Associate | San Francisco



A top-tier US practice is seeking an Investment Funds Senior Associate to join its San Francisco Office.

The team has made a series of hires recently and are looking to continue their growth with the addition of another Mid/Snr associate.


The Opportunity

• Advise sponsors and asset managers on the structuring, formation and fundraising of private investment funds

• Work across a broad range of fund strategies, including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, real estate funds, infrastructure funds and other alternative investment vehicles

• Gain exposure to the full fund lifecycle, including fund formation, investor negotiations, governance and ongoing operational matters

• Opportunity to work on secondaries transactions, GP-led restructurings and other strategic fund-related matters

• Collaborative, high-performing team with strong partner access and clear progression opportunities


What They're Looking For

• 5–8 years' experience (or equivalent) in investment funds, fund formation, investment management or related matters

• Experience advising fund sponsors, asset managers or institutional investors

• Exposure to private equity, private credit, hedge funds, real estate funds or other alternative investment structures

• Strong drafting, technical and client management skills

• Commercial mindset with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

•J.D. from a top law school

• California Bar qualification (or eligibility) preferred


Relocation support available for the right candidate.

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