Fernridge Group
Managing Director, Executive Recruiter - Focused on the alternative asset management space across Investor Relations, Human Resources, and…
Job Overview: Our client, a leading U.S.-based private equity firm with north of $15B AUM based in Westchester, NY, is seeking an attorney to join its legal team. The role provides broad exposure to investment transactions, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and external advisors in a dynamic private equity environment.
Highlights:
Opportunity to provide legal support across private equity transactions, funds, and portfolio companies
High-impact role with visibility to investment professionals and senior leadership
Collaborative environment with exposure to both transactional and fund-related legal work
Direct involvement in coordinating outside counsel and managing third-party service providers
Key Responsibilities:
Lead legal support on investment transactions (pre-signing through post-closing), including co-investment documentation (partnership agreements, side letters, etc.)
Advise on ancillary deal documentation (commitment letters, LOIs, banker engagement letters)
Support antitrust analysis and review related filings
Provide legal guidance on portfolio company matters
Assist with fund formation and structuring, including drafting/reviewing PPMs, LPAs, subscription agreements, side letters, and third-party service provider agreements
Manage and coordinate with outside counsel, business partners, and vendors
Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to at least one state bar
Minimum 3 years of experience at a law firm executing private equity M&A transactions, or as in‑house counsel in private equity
Strong business acumen with excellent analytical and drafting skills
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment
Familiarity with the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 a plus (not required)
Exposure to credit agreements, credit fund, or CLO documentation a plus (not required)
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Financial Services, Investment Management, and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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Highlights:
Opportunity to provide legal support across private equity transactions, funds, and portfolio companies
High-impact role with visibility to investment professionals and senior leadership
Collaborative environment with exposure to both transactional and fund-related legal work
Direct involvement in coordinating outside counsel and managing third-party service providers
Key Responsibilities:
Lead legal support on investment transactions (pre-signing through post-closing), including co-investment documentation (partnership agreements, side letters, etc.)
Advise on ancillary deal documentation (commitment letters, LOIs, banker engagement letters)
Support antitrust analysis and review related filings
Provide legal guidance on portfolio company matters
Assist with fund formation and structuring, including drafting/reviewing PPMs, LPAs, subscription agreements, side letters, and third-party service provider agreements
Manage and coordinate with outside counsel, business partners, and vendors
Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to at least one state bar
Minimum 3 years of experience at a law firm executing private equity M&A transactions, or as in‑house counsel in private equity
Strong business acumen with excellent analytical and drafting skills
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment
Familiarity with the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 a plus (not required)
Exposure to credit agreements, credit fund, or CLO documentation a plus (not required)
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Financial Services, Investment Management, and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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Greenwich, CT .
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