Fund Formation Attorney, AVP

Fund Formation Legal AttorneyBlackstone is the world's largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone's over $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds.The attorney will be part of a small, dedicated centralized fund formation legal team within Blackstone and will assist in all aspects of fund formation and fundraising across Blackstone's institutional fund platform.Assist with the launch of new fund products across Blackstone's platform, including advising on fund structure, regulatory considerations, and formation timelinesAssist and coordinate with outside counsel and business groups on fund formation matters, including capital formation, fundraising, and fund structuring questionsInteract closely with Institutional Client Solutions, business teams and L&CAssist in negotiating and drafting limited partnership agreements (LPAs), side letters, most favored nations (MFN) elections, subscription documents, and other fund governing and offering documents, including responding to LP requests and commentsAssist in managing fund closings and helping drive closing processes to completion, including coordinating with internal stakeholders, outside counsel and investors, and resolving subscription documentation issuesQualifications:3+ years of experience practicing fund formation lawCandidate is an in-house fund formation lawyer or comes from a law firm with a fund formation practice, with hands-on experience drafting fund documentationMust have technical experience and an understanding of closed-end private funds, including fund economics, waterfall structures, and key LP protectionsExperience with open-ended private funds is not required but is a plusStrong issue spotter, practical thinker, and problem solverCollaborative team player, comfortable working across multiple business lines, fund types, and stakeholder groupsThe duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.

Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.Expected annual base salary range:$135,000 - $200,000Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables. Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses.

Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone's sole discretion.Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources.Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;Supervising or training securities licensed employees;Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; andAdvising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.

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