Affirm Partners
General Counsel - Private Equity Fund
Affirm Partners, Miami, Florida, us, 33101
We are working with a $5B+ AUM private equity fund based in Miami seeking an experienced General Counsel to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional with 8-10 years of experience from a top law firm to step into a key leadership role at a high-performing fund.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in private equity, M&A, and fund-related matters, and a proven ability to manage complex legal issues. They will play a crucial role in providing strategic legal guidance to the fund, working closely with senior management, and overseeing all legal functions.
This position offers a competitive compensation package, including relocation support for the right candidate. If you’re ready to leverage your legal expertise and take on a strategic role in Miami’s thriving private equity landscape, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with legal teams and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance in marketing and fund documentation.Manage the drafting and negotiation of various legal agreements and contracts.Ensure compliance with relevant securities laws and industry regulations.Work with the Investor Relations team on marketing and fundraising materials.Assist in developing and managing company policies.Support corporate transactions, including due diligence and legal documentation.Prepare and review legal documents related to employment and vendor agreements.Coordinate with compliance and finance teams on regulatory filings and documentation.
Qualifications:Minimum 2016 JD or equivalent legal degrees from an accredited, top-tier law school.8-10 years of legal experience in transactional practice at a top law firm and/or in-house experience.Extensive knowledge of private equity and related transactions.Ability to manage high-stakes, complex legal matters.Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Let’s discuss!
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in private equity, M&A, and fund-related matters, and a proven ability to manage complex legal issues. They will play a crucial role in providing strategic legal guidance to the fund, working closely with senior management, and overseeing all legal functions.
This position offers a competitive compensation package, including relocation support for the right candidate. If you’re ready to leverage your legal expertise and take on a strategic role in Miami’s thriving private equity landscape, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with legal teams and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance in marketing and fund documentation.Manage the drafting and negotiation of various legal agreements and contracts.Ensure compliance with relevant securities laws and industry regulations.Work with the Investor Relations team on marketing and fundraising materials.Assist in developing and managing company policies.Support corporate transactions, including due diligence and legal documentation.Prepare and review legal documents related to employment and vendor agreements.Coordinate with compliance and finance teams on regulatory filings and documentation.
Qualifications:Minimum 2016 JD or equivalent legal degrees from an accredited, top-tier law school.8-10 years of legal experience in transactional practice at a top law firm and/or in-house experience.Extensive knowledge of private equity and related transactions.Ability to manage high-stakes, complex legal matters.Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Let’s discuss!