What are the responsibilities and job description for the Midlevel Asset Management and Investment Funds Associate - Seattle position at Direct Counsel?
Direct Counsel represents a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking a Mid-Level/Senior Asset Management & Investment Funds Associate to join its Asset Management and Investment Funds Practice.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 4–7 years of experience advising clients in the registered funds, private funds, and investment management space.
Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on asset management, investment funds, and regulatory matters
- Counsel registered funds, private funds, investment advisers, and asset managers on compliance and governance issues
- Draft, review, and negotiate fund formation and operational documents
- Conduct legal research and analysis related to securities and investment management regulations
- Work directly with clients on complex regulatory and transactional matters
- Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas to deliver strategic legal solutions
Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission and good standing
- 4–7 years of experience in asset management, investment funds, registered funds, private funds, or related regulatory matters
- Strong analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong academic credentials
- Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively in a team environment
- Commitment to providing exceptional client service
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $295,000 – $420,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off and parental leave
- Professional development, CLE, and mentorship opportunities
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Comprehensive benefits package
Salary : $295,000 - $420,000