Cimgroup1mo ago

Associate General Counsel, Private Funds

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ABOUT CIM GROUP: CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets,

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ABOUT CIM GROUP:

CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we are a diverse team of 900+ employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work, and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today!

POSITION PURPOSE:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Associate General Counsel – Private Funds (GC with the right experience) to lead legal oversight for our private investment platforms, including real estate and other alternative investment strategies. This role serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and investment teams, providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance across fund formation, fundraising, investments, operations, and regulatory matters.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience supporting private funds and real estate or other real asset investments, strong judgment, and the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across the organization.

Lead and oversee legal aspects of private fund formation, including limited partnerships, joint ventures, co-investments, and separate accounts.

Support funds investing across real estate and other alternative asset classes.

Advise on fund governance, offering materials, side letters, and investor negotiations.

Partner with external counsel to manage documentation efficiently and cost-effectively.

Support fundraising initiatives by advising on legal, regulatory, and disclosure considerations.

Review and negotiate investor-related agreements and side letters.

Provide guidance on ongoing investor communications and compliance obligations.

Advise investment teams on legal aspects of real estate and alternative investment transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, restructurings, and joint ventures.

Identify and manage legal risks associated with investment strategies and structures.

Coordinate with internal teams and outside counsel on transaction execution.

Provide legal guidance on applicable securities laws, investment adviser regulations, and other regulatory frameworks.

Partner with compliance and risk teams to support regulatory filings, examinations, and internal controls.

Monitor evolving regulatory requirements impacting private funds and alternative investments.

Serve as a key legal advisor to senior management and business leaders.

Collaborate closely with finance, tax, compliance, asset management, and operations teams.

Contribute to the development of scalable legal processes and best practices.

Mentor and support junior legal team members, as applicable.

JD from an accredited law school required.

5+ years of relevant experience in a big law or in-house experience within an investment management or financial services organization.

Strong knowledge of private fund structures, securities laws, and investment-related transactions.