Description:
With us, you'll find:- A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
- Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
- Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance. We're proud to be the first firm to offer billable hours for wellness.
- Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Our individual merit-based system enabled 65% of our associates to earn above the Cravath scale in 2023.
Job Summary:
The Corporate Advisory/Fund Formation practice area is seeking a 2nd – 4th year associate to join the team in our NY office. This is an exciting opportunity to work with private equity sponsors and investors in connection with the structuring, formation and operation of private investment funds as well as legal, regulatory and compliance matters faced by fund sponsors. Candidates must have fund formation experience.
ALL Applications should be submitted online through our web apply portal (applies to Search firm as well as candidates who self-apply). Questions can be directed to Renee Richford, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager, at rrichford@mwe.com.
Job Requirements:
- 3-4 years of fund formation experience at a law firm
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills, as this position requires immediate partner and client contact
- A high level of professionalism in working and engaging with high priority clients and investors
- Able to balance and prioritize multiple assignments and responsibilities, be highly organized and exercise attention to detail
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in team settings
- A J.D. or LL.M. from an ABA accredited law school
- Admitted to the New York bar
As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With An International Law Firm, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.
