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Buchanan Law

Fund Formation Associate

Buchanan Law, New York

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$260,000.00/yr - $390,000.00/yr

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VP at Buchanan Law - AmLaw 100 recruitment across the U.S.

A top-tier international law firm is hiring a mid-level associate (3–6 years) to join its Private Equity Fund Formation team in New York.

You'll work on fund formation, structuring, and regulatory matters—advising on high-value, cross-border funds alongside a globally recognized AmLaw20 group.

Compensation: $260,000–$390,000 base salary, plus discretionary bonus, in line with the Cravath scale and commensurate with class year.

What You’ll Do:

  • Advise on private equity fund structures and investor negotiations
  • Draft/negotiation of fund documents and side letters
  • Coordinate with global tax, regulatory, and finance teams

What We’re Looking For/ Qualifications:

  • 3–6 years of experience in private equity fund formation at a top-tier law firm
  • Admitted to the New York Bar
  • Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
  • Team-oriented with commercial judgment
  • Comfortable managing complex matters and working directly with sophisticated clients

Why Apply:

  • Top-of-market compensation
  • High-end clients & global deals
  • Supportive and collaborative team
  • Market-leading salary & bonus
  • Hybrid work flexibility
  • Full health coverage & 401(k)
  • Technology reimbursement for home office setup
  • Generous PTO and vacation policy
  • Paid parental leave and gender-neutral caregiver benefits
  • Professional development stipend and CLE support
  • Wellness Programmes
  • Robust mentoring programs and leadership development tracks

How to Apply:

Apply directly with your resume and copy of your JD Transcript to be considered. All applications are confidential and reviewed with discretion.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Associate

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Legal

  • Industries

    Law Practice and Legal Services

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