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Investment Funds Associate Attorney


Job Location:

Wilmington, DE - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 240000 - 350000
Posted: 5 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Wilmington Delaware Hybrid

Investment Funds Associate Attorney
AmLaw 200 Opportunity

A highly respected national law firm is seeking an Investment Funds Associate Attorneyto join its growing Wilmington office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in working with private equity funds venture capital funds hedge funds family offices investment managers and institutional investors on sophisticated fund formation and investment management matters.

The Role

Private investment fund formation and structuring
Private equity fund matters
Venture capital and growth equity fund formation
Hedge fund and investment vehicle structuring
Fund sponsor representation
Drafting and negotiating partnership agreements operating agreements and subscription documents
Investment management and regulatory matters
Direct client interaction and substantive transactional responsibility
Collaboration with a sophisticated national funds and corporate team

Ideal Background

Approximately 36 years of investment funds private equity or corporate transactional experience
Experience with private fund formation investment management private equity funds venture funds or alternative investment vehicles strongly preferred
Experience drafting and negotiating limited partnership agreements operating agreements subscription agreements and fund-related documents preferred
Familiarity with investment adviser and securities regulations is a plus
Strong drafting analytical and communication skills
Strong business judgment and client-service orientation
Excellent academic credentials
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school required
Delaware bar admission preferred or ability to become admitted in Delaware

Why This Opportunity

Sophisticated national investment funds platform
Exposure to private equity sponsors fund managers and institutional investors
Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility
Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
Clear path toward partnership and long-term career growth
Opportunity to work on complex fund formation governance and investment matters

Compensation

Expected compensation ranges from approximately $240000 $350000 depending on class year experience and overall qualifications.

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented investment funds attorneys with this type of background.

If youre open to a confidential conversation about the Wilmington market or would like additional information regarding these opportunities please feel free to reach out directly.

Confidential inquiries are welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition



Required Experience:

IC