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Senior Private Investment Funds Associate (5–8 Years)

A top-ranked national investment funds practice within a respected mid-sized platform is seeking an experienced fund formation attorney to advise institutional managers and mentor junior associates on a partnership track.

Opportunity

Scale Up Counsel is recruiting for this role on behalf of an established San Francisco boutique. The firm is introduced as you advance in the process.

Recruited by Scale Up Counsel

LocationSan Francisco, CA
Work styleOn-site
Posted2026-08-22
Comp range (est.)$300k - $375k+

Description

Role details

A top-ranked national practice group within a respected mid-sized platform is seeking an experienced fund formation attorney.

The company

The practice acts as counsel to hundreds of private fund managers nationwide and offers direct partnership-track development.

The role

This senior role focuses on advising institutional fund managers, private equity sponsors, venture capital groups, and real estate managers on fund structuring, SEC regulatory compliance, and investor negotiations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead fund structure design, documentation, and closings for private equity, venture capital, hedge, and credit funds.
  • Counsel investment advisers on compliance requirements under federal securities laws and the Investment Advisers Act.
  • Negotiate side letters, limited partnership agreements, and anchor investor commitments.
  • Mentor junior associates and participate in business development efforts to grow client relationships.

Required

  • 5 to 8 years of dedicated private fund formation and regulatory experience.
  • Thorough familiarity with SEC rules governing private advisers and fund sponsors.
  • Strong track record of running transaction workflows and direct client engagement.
  • California Bar admission, or immediate eligibility.

Compensation

This senior-level role offers compensation in a broad six-figure range, plus performance bonuses, commensurate with experience.

Interested?

Apply through our attorneys contact form (this role is preselected), or send a referral.