Senior Legal Counsel

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Investment Counsel – Private Funds (New York, NY): Our client, a global alternative asset manager with over $30B in assets, is seeking an experienced attorney to join its in-house legal team. This is a high-impact opportunity for a fund formation attorney to work closely with the General Counsel on legal matters tied to private fund structuring and product development. The hire will serve as the point person for managing outside counsel and coordinating across internal teams, with the chance to shape and oversee fund launches across a broad set of vehicles, including private funds, CLOs/CDOs, and registered products. Key Points: Newly approved hire due to ongoing firm growth and complexity of product suite – slated for a Fall 2025 hire Opportunity to lead legal oversight of fund launches while mentoring paralegal team Highly cross-functional role with visibility across departments and collaboration with senior stakeholders Emphasis on private fund formation with exposure to structured credit and 1940 Act products (interval funds/BDCs) Strong bonus structure; firm has historically paid meaningful bonuses aligned with performance Responsibilities: Oversee the formation, launch, and maintenance of onshore and offshore private funds, including private equity-style vehicles, credit funds, CLOs/CDOs, co-investment funds, and continuation funds Draft and negotiate offering documents, constituent documents, side letters, term sheets, and service agreements Coordinate closely with outside counsel and internal teams across investor relations, operations, tax, and finance Review marketing materials, investor communications, DDQs, and RFPs Provide legal input on credit facilities and related documentation for fund vehicles Assist with regulatory and compliance matters including interpretation of the Advisers Act and, where relevant, the Investment Company Act Participate in firmwide legal projects and governance initiatives as needed Qualifications: 5–10 years of legal experience, ideally with 5–7 years as the sweet spot JD required; admission to practice in good standing Strong preference for candidates with early-career experience in a top-tier law firm In-house experience at a registered investment adviser strongly preferred Demonstrated expertise in private fund formation is essential; familiarity with CLOs/CDOs and registered fund products (interval funds, BDCs) a plus Capable of leading external counsel and collaborating across internal functions Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities independently Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and engaging with senior leadership Compensation: $200-250k base salary; $500-750K all-in cash compensation dependent on experience Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Legal Industries Investment Management and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cardea Group by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Disability insurance Get notified about new Legal Counsel jobs in New York City Metropolitan Area . New York, NY $130,000.00-$155,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $180,000.00-$210,000.00 6 days ago New York, NY $175,000.00-$190,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $225,000.00-$275,000.00 5 months ago New York, NY $175,000.00-$195,000.00 2 days ago New York, NY $110,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Counsel Director, Legal and Business Affairs New York, NY $180,000.00-$225,000.00 1 week ago New York City Metropolitan Area $225,000.00-$375,000.00 1 day ago Associate Counsel, Integrity and Investigations New York, NY $175,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago New York City Metropolitan Area 2 weeks ago Counsel, (Mergers & Acquisitions) Business & Legal Affairs - The Orchard New York, NY $145,000.00-$180,000.00 6 days ago Jersey City, NJ $160,000.00-$175,000.00 1 week ago New York City Metropolitan Area 1 week ago New York, NY $220,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $125,000.00-$185,000.00 1 week ago Senior Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs (Corporate) New York City Metropolitan Area $175,000.00-$325,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $200,000.00-$225,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $220,000.00-$260,000.00 6 days ago New York, NY $123,600.00-$159,800.00 1 week ago New York, NY $127,500.00-$178,500.00 1 month ago New York, NY $160,000.00-$200,000.00 3 weeks ago New York, NY $120,000.00-$150,000.00 2 days ago New York, NY $185,000.00-$220,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $125,000.00-$203,000.00 3 days ago New York City Metropolitan Area 3 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr