Corporate Finance Associate

Practice Area: Corporate – Investment Funds
Location: Houston, TX
Schedule: Onsite or Hybrid depending on firm policy; full-time with typical AmLaw 20 billable expectations (~2,000+ annually)
Salary: Estimated base range of $245,000 to $365,000 with annual bonuses typically $20,000 to $70,000+, depending on class year, individual performance, and firm financials.

The Client:
A top-tier AmLaw 20 firm with a market-leading investment funds practice advising sponsors, institutional investors, and fund managers.  The Houston office is strategically expanding to meet demand from private equity and investment funds targeting energy, infrastructure, and emerging markets.

Description:
This position offers the opportunity to advise clients on private fund formation and structuring, investor negotiations, and compliance with U.S. securities laws and other regulatory regimes. The role will involve significant work on funds focused on energy, infrastructure, and private credit, as well as co-investment vehicles and joint ventures. You’ll collaborate with tax, regulatory, and M&A teams to handle complex cross-practice matters. The firm offers meaningful client contact, high-value transactional experience, and strong advancement potential.

Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school; TX Bar admission or eligibility required.
• Three (3) to ten (10) years total as a licensed attorney with standard big law partner track.
• Substantial experience in private fund formation, structuring, and compliance.
• Familiarity with securities law, Investment Advisers Act, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and client advisory skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative approach and an interest in building long-term client relationships.

This job advertisement is a general announcement created to attract qualified candidates on behalf of our client. It is not a complete job description or an offer of employment. Salary and benefits details may vary and are not always disclosed. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage individuals of all religions, nationalities, genders, sexualities, ideologies, creeds, beliefs or backgrounds who are qualified for the role to apply!