Sr. Fund Formation Attorney

Senior Fund Formation Attorney About the Opportunity

A fast-growing, venture-backed financial services and technology company is seeking an experienced Fund Formation Attorney to join its legal team. The firm operates at the intersection of private markets, asset management, and technology, supporting investment vehicles and investment platforms serving sophisticated investors.

This role is designed for a senior attorney who enjoys being hands-on, working closely with investment, compliance, and product teams, and helping build scalable legal infrastructure for a growing private investment business.

As a senior member of the legal function, you will play a critical role in supporting the company’s long-term growth. You will provide legal support across fund formation, regulatory compliance, investment-related matters, corporate governance, and internal legal operations.

The ideal candidate brings deep private funds experience, strong judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, technology-enabled environment.

Fund Formation
Lead and support the formation of private investment vehicles, including structuring, initial filings, and entity formation. Draft, review, and negotiate fund documentation such as limited partnership agreements, private placement memoranda, subscription agreements, and related materials.

Regulatory & Compliance Support
Monitor and maintain compliance with applicable securities laws and regulations affecting private investment funds and registered investment advisers, including requirements under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and the Securities Act of 1933. Assist with regulatory filings, disclosures, and ongoing compliance obligations.

Investment & Transaction Support
Conduct legal due diligence on private fund investments and co-investments. Negotiate investment terms, side letters, and related agreements.

Investor Relations Legal Support
Support investor onboarding and servicing, including review of subscription materials, client diligence verification, transfer requests, and responses to investor legal inquiries.

Legal Documentation & Governance
Draft, review, and maintain core legal and compliance documentation, including Form ADV, client agreements, policies, and internal governance materials.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with internal stakeholders across legal, compliance, investments, operations, product, and technology teams to support business initiatives and operational growth.

Product & Platform Development
Work with senior legal leadership and technical teams to support the development of new legal or compliance-related product features and workflows.

• 6+ years of experience in fund formation, either in-house or at a law firm
• Strong knowledge of private funds and the asset management industry, including deep familiarity with U.S. securities laws and regulations applicable to investment advisers and private funds (Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, etc.)
• Experience with broker-dealer regulation, FINRA rules, or bank regulatory regimes is a plus
• Highly hands-on and solutions-oriented approach; comfortable working with technology, data, and AI-enabled workflows
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high standard of professionalism

• Client-first mindset: Commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience through responsiveness, accuracy, and proactive problem-solving
• Builder mentality: Focus on finding ways to make ideas work rather than defaulting to limitations
• Continuous improvement: Curiosity-driven approach to learning and personal growth
• Merit-based environment: Results and impact are valued over politics or hierarchy
• Respectful debate: Open, thoughtful discussion is encouraged to arrive at the best outcomes

• Work Model: Hybrid
• Reporting Line: General Counsel
• Location: Major U.S. legal or financial markets preferred (SF, NYC, Boston), open to U.S.
  
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• Compensation: $190,000–$220,000 base salary plus equity; discretionary bonus eligibility
• Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, flexible time off
• Employment Type: Full-time