Counsel Pensions, Benefits & Investments

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Seattle, WA

Counsel Pensions, Benefits & Investments

Attorney

4-20 yrs required

No

Job Overview:
A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a Senior Counsel to join its Pensions, Benefits & Investments practice. This role is ideal for an attorney with a minimum of 8 years of legal experience advising on private fund investments and/or public market transactions. The position involves high-level transactional responsibilities, including working across a wide range of asset classes for both investor and manager-side clients. This is a non-partner track opportunity offering nationwide placement and involvement in complex legal work for a sophisticated client base.

Location:

• Seattle, WA

Duties:

• Provide counsel on private fund investments across multiple asset classes

• Advise clients on public market transactions from both investor and manager perspectives

• Draft, negotiate, and review fund agreements, side letters, and investment documentation

• Take ownership of significant transactional matters and manage all phases of deal execution

• Collaborate with internal teams across various practice areas to deliver integrated legal solutions

• Ensure compliance with fiduciary obligations and relevant regulatory frameworks

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on service and strategy

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of legal experience in private funds, investments, benefits, or pensions law

• Demonstrated experience managing complex fund and market transactions

• Ability to work independently while leading multiple high-level projects

• Experience advising both managers and institutional investors preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited . law school

• Strong academic record preferred

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the state where the candidate will be practicing

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of fund structures, investment agreements, and asset class regulations

• Excellent drafting and negotiation capabilities

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

• Effective verbal and written communication abilities

• Ability to manage client expectations and maintain professional relationships

• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize competing responsibilities

Benefits:

• Non-partner track counsel role with long-term career potential

• Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace

• Fair Chance Employer open to applicants with arrest or conviction records

• Access to high-level, confidential legal work within a collaborative team environment