Associate General Counsel

Legal Counsel (New York, NY)

An established, multi-strategy hedge fund is looking to add a junior attorney to its legal team in New York City. This is an opportunity to work directly with the firms General Counsel and gain broad exposure to the legal, regulatory and commercial matters involved in running a sophisticated investment management business. The legal team is lean, and the role will offer significantly more variety and responsibility than many traditional junior attorney positions. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, outside counsel and various internal teams, with responsibilities evolving as they develop their knowledge of the business.

What they are looking for:

The firm is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including law firms and in-house legal teams. Prior hedge fund or investment management experience would be helpful but is not a requirement.

More importantly, theyre looking for someone who is:

• Intellectually curious and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in financial markets and investment management.
• Smart, resourceful and proactive, with the ability to work through unfamiliar issues and find practical solutions.
• Comfortable taking ownership, while knowing when to ask questions and seek guidance.
• Adaptable and willing to roll up their sleeves, rather than someone looking to focus exclusively on one area of law.

Candidates should have a JD and approximately 1–3 years of relevant legal experience.

What Makes This Interesting:

The biggest attraction is the breadth of the opportunity and the direct exposure to an experienced General Counsel. Rather than being limited to a narrow practice area, the successful candidate will have an opportunity to develop a well-rounded understanding of the legal and commercial considerations involved in operating a hedge fund. The environment is fast-paced, expectations are high, and the learning curve will be steep. This is best suited to someone who enjoys being challenged, takes initiative and is motivated by the opportunity to develop their career in a dynamic investment management environment.

Compensation: 150-200k base + bonus (up to 300k all in), depending on experience