Associate — Alternative Asset Opportunities (Corporate/Transactional), Washington, D.C.

A leading global law firm is seeking a transactional or funds attorney to join its Alternative Asset Opportunities practice in Washington, D.C. The group advises sovereign wealth funds and other large institutional investors on sophisticated, cross-border transactions spanning multiple asset classes.

The role centers on secondary transactions, joint ventures, co-investments, fund investments, and other strategic investment opportunities. You will draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents across private equity, credit, real estate, venture capital, and infrastructure, and advise on deal structuring, governance, and regulatory considerations in global deals.

Working alongside cross-disciplinary transactional, tax, finance, and regulatory colleagues, you will manage multiple concurrent matters from term sheet through closing. The firm takes a forward-looking approach to legal practice and encourages the use of emerging tools, including AI, to enhance quality and efficiency. Remote work arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction
• Two to seven years of transactional or fund experience at a major law firm, with exposure to private equity or fund formation
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex investment and/or fund-related agreements (transaction agreements, LPAs, subscription documents, side letters)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Interest in leveraging AI and other emerging legal tools to improve quality and efficiency