Job Description

Corporate Associate – Funds & Investment Management (3+ Years) | Boulder, Denver, or Reno

Our client, a leading full-service law firm, is seeking a Corporate Associate with 3+ years of experience to join their Funds & Investment Management team in Boulder, Denver, or Reno. This is an excellent opportunity to work with alternative investment funds, advising sponsors and institutional investors on fund structuring, regulatory matters, and ongoing management.

Why Join?

• Recognized as one of the top law firms in the Mountain States
• Diversity and inclusion leadership—awarded top industry certifications for workplace equality
• Commitment to professional growth and development with mentorship and hands-on client exposure
• Low partner-to-associate ratio, ensuring substantive hands-on experience from day one
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid, remote, and reduced-time programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on the structuring, formation, and management of alternative investment funds
• Work with sponsors and institutional investors across various fund types, including:
  • Venture capital & private equity funds
  • Real estate & low-income housing funds
  • Hedge funds & secondary transactions
  • Non-traditional investment vehicles (e.g., feeder and access funds)
• Draft and negotiate fund formation documents, including limited partnership and limited liability company agreements
• Advise on U.S. federal and state securities regulations (Investment Advisers Act, Investment Company Act, Blue Sky laws)
• Provide legal guidance on fund governance, compliance, investment structures, and fund-related transactions
• Represent institutional investors in private investment fund negotiations

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• 3+ years of experience in fund formation, investment management, or corporate transactions
• Experience in fund structuring, limited partnership agreements, and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of U.S. securities laws, including Investment Advisers Act & Investment Company Act
• Strong drafting, analytical, and client-facing skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Compensation & Work Expectations:

• Base salary range: $200,000 - $265,000 (compensation based on experience, performance, and market factors)
• Billable expectation: 1800 hours, plus:
  • 75 hours of pro bono/public service work (or 50 hours of pro bono legal work)
  • 25 hours dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts
  • Encouraged participation in firm committees and initiatives

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA, FSA)
• On-demand access to board-certified healthcare providers
• Wellness programs & mental health resources

Work-Life Balance & Leave

• Unlimited PTO & flexible scheduling
• Sabbatical program for eligible employees & partners
• Parental leave (primary & non-primary caregivers)
• Postpartum support & lactation services

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• 401(k) plan with firm match
• Loan refinancing & financial planning resources
• Personal excess liability insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits

Career Growth & Development

• Merit-based compensation & bonus program
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support
• Business development coaching & reimbursement

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Law school transcript

This is a fantastic opportunity for a funds & investment management associate to join a high-performing team and advise top-tier institutional clients in a collaborative and flexible environment.

Job Tags

Remote job, Flexible hours,

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