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The following are a selection of our current opportunities. For more information and a complete list of searches we are conducting, please contact us to speak directly with a recruiter.
Hot off the Presses! Fantastic Exclusive In-House Opportunity for a Corporate Generalist Based in Chicago
Chicago, IL
We are working on an exceptional opportunity for an in-house legal counsel role with a publicly traded technology company. This person will be one of four lawyers and be primarily responsible for the company’s corporate and commercial activities. This role offers tremendous growth prospects and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, forward-thinking organization. The position is based in Chicago with a hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities: This role offers unusual variety and growth for a junior attorney. You will get broad exposure early, work directly with business teams and learn how legal judgment shapes product strategy, commercial negotiations, corporate governance, compliance and operational execution. Examples of responsibilities include:
- Review, draft and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements.
- Support domestic and international growth initiatives.
- Help develop business and legal processes to support ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and commercial commitments.
- Work closely with stakeholders across product, business development, finance, compliance, and sales to support business needs.
- Help manage the company’s global corporate entity structure, including corporate governance, entity maintenance and intercompany transactions.
- Translate complex legal concepts into concise, practical and action-oriented advice for business stakeholders.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of work experience as a practicing attorney, preferably with experience at a top-tier law firm, although in-house candidates will be considered.
- J.D. degree and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
- Interest in technology, products and how legal work supports business execution.
- Strong analytical, communication and project-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly developing environment with a high degree of ownership.
Compensation will be competitive with a base salary range of $230,000 to $270,000, plus discretionary bonus. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary equity awards based on individual performance. The company offers a full suite of benefits: unlimited paid time off; 401(k) matching; medical, dental and vision benefits covered by the company; flexible hybrid work arrangements.
This is a unique role for a smart, curious, driven, enthusiastic and entrepreneurial lawyer to work as part of a growing technology company. If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
EXCLUSIVE SEARCH | INSTITUTIONAL INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT COUNSEL | NYC
New York, NY
We are conducting an exclusive search for a highly regarded global asset manager seeking a commercially-minded attorney to join its small, sophisticated Institutional Legal team.
The ideal candidate has approximately 6-8+ years of meaningful investment advisory/asset management experience, ideally at an asset manager, private fund or similar investment platform. (Law firm candidates will also be considered.) The client is more interested in the quality and breadth of the experience than simply the number of years. Candidates should enjoy being the lawyer the business calls when an issue needs to be figured out, not simply the lawyer handed a document to review.
This is not a traditional fund formation role. The practice is much broader, sitting at the intersection of investment management, institutional products, day-to-day business counseling and securities offerings.
You'll advise the firm's institutional investment business across:
- Separate accounts for pension plans, sovereign wealth funds and municipal investors
- Sub-advisory relationships and institutional products
- Private funds and collective investment trusts
- Investment adviser and day-to-day investment management matters
- Portfolio securities activity and buy-side capital markets transactions
- IPOs, PIPEs, primary and secondary offerings and cornerstone investments
- Investment guidelines, eligibility and middle/back-office matters
- Investment management agreements and related documentation
What makes this opportunity particularly attractive:
- Small, collaborative legal team with significant responsibility and visibility
- Direct exposure to sophisticated institutional investment professionals
- Broad practice spanning investment management AND securities offerings
- Opportunity to work on a rapidly growing business with meaningful product activity
- Strong emphasis on mentoring and professional development
- Excellent manager who is known for being highly collaborative, commercially minded and invested in developing his team
- $200K-$260K base as well as a discretionary, performance based annual cash bonus, restricted stock and a full suite of benefits.
- NYC | 4 days in office / 1 day remote
- Generally predictable, reasonable hours
If you're an investment management attorney who wants a broader, more commercially-oriented practice and the opportunity to work closely with the business rather than living in fund formation documents, this is a great opportunity. If you are interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Help Build a Leading Private Credit BDC Platform | Lead U.S. Counsel Opportunity for Private Credit, BDCs & Registered Funds Attorney
New York, NY
Private credit continues to be one of the most dynamic areas of the investment management market, and I'm excited to share an outstanding in-house opportunity with you.
A global financial services group is searching for a investment management attorney to become the lead and sole U.S. lawyer supporting a rapidly growing credit and insurance investment platform within its premier global asset manager to work in its Credit & Insurance business, covering credit BDCs, ’40 act funds, private credit funds and retail alts to wealth products.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible role with broad responsibility and direct interaction with senior business leadership. You'll serve as the principal legal advisor to the U.S. business, partnering closely with investment professionals and executives as the platform continues to expand.
Your practice will span:
• Private credit funds
• Business Development Companies (BDCs)
• Registered investment companies under the Investment Company Act of 1940
• Fund formation and fundraising
• Product development
• Board governance and regulatory matters
• Marketing review and strategic legal initiatives
The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of sophisticated investment management experience, including deep knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and U.S. securities laws. Experience advising BDCs, private credit funds, registered funds and alternative investment products is highly desirable.
Why this role stands out:
• Serve as the lead and sole U.S. attorney for a growing business
• Significant autonomy with direct exposure to senior management and business strategy
• Broad, sophisticated practice combining transactional, regulatory and governance work
• Exceptional long-term growth opportunity as the platform continues to expand
• Hybrid work schedule (3-4 days in the NYC office)
• Compensation of $250,000-$330,000 base plus target bonus and comprehensive benefits
If you're looking for an opportunity to move beyond supporting the business and instead become a trusted strategic advisor with genuine ownership and influence please reach out to Sarah Sleight, ssleight@glslsg.com.
Exclusive In-House Search for CMBS & Structured Finance Attorney
New York, NY or Chicago, IL
We are conducting an exclusive search for an experienced CMBS and structured finance attorney to join a highly respected organization at the forefront of the commercial real estate finance market.
This is a unique opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys analyzing sophisticated transactions, evaluating complex structures and having a meaningful impact on market participants, while moving beyond the traditional demands of deal execution and billable hours.
The role will focus on a broad range of commercial real estate and structured finance transactions, including:
• Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS)
• Single-asset/single-borrower transactions
• CRE CLOs
• Data center financings
• Single-family rental transactions
• Other innovative structured finance products
You will work closely with senior ratings professionals, transaction teams and outside counsel to evaluate legal and structural issues, identify potential risks, participate in transaction committees and contribute to market-leading research and analysis.
The ideal candidate will have:
• 5+ years of CMBS and/or commercial real estate finance experience
• Strong transactional judgment and analytical ability
• Experience reviewing complex loan and offering documents
• The ability to work independently while collaborating with sophisticated market professionals
Why this opportunity stands out:
• Exclusive search with a highly regarded market platform
• Opportunity to become a subject matter expert across a wide range of structured finance transactions
• Exposure to some of the most significant CMBS activity in the market
• Collaborative team environment with meaningful responsibility
• NYC or Chicago location
• Hybrid schedule (Tuesday through Thursday in office)
• $250,000-$275,000 base salary plus competitive benefits
For attorneys who enjoy the complexity of structured finance and want to leverage their expertise in a strategic, analytical role with extremely reasonable hours reporting to a wonderful manger, this is an opportunity worth exploring. If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Exclusive Search for In-House Project Finance & Private Credit Attorney
New York, NY or Chicago, IL
We are conducting an exclusive search for an experienced project finance and structured finance attorney to join a highly regarded market platform supporting complex financing transactions globally.
This is a unique opportunity for an attorney who enjoys the sophistication of project finance and private credit transactions but is looking to leverage that expertise in a strategic, analytical role beyond traditional deal execution.
Working alongside experienced ratings professionals, you will evaluate complex financing structures, analyze legal and credit considerations, collaborate with transaction teams and contribute to market-leading research and analysis.
The role will focus on a wide range of structured debt transactions, including:
• Project finance transactions
• Structured corporate financings
• Private credit and other complex debt structures
• Global infrastructure and asset-backed transactions
Key responsibilities include:
• Reviewing project and financing documents
• Evaluating legal and structural issues that may impact credit considerations
• Partnering with analysts and senior professionals throughout the rating process
• Participating in due diligence meetings and transaction committees
• Contributing to research, methodology development and market insights
The ideal candidate will have:
• 4+ years of project finance and/or structured finance experience
• Strong understanding of complex financing structures and transaction documents
• Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills
• The ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters in a collaborative environment
Why this opportunity stands out:
• Exclusive search with a highly respected financial market institution
• Remain deeply engaged in sophisticated project finance and private credit transactions
• Gain broad exposure across industries, asset classes and global markets
• Collaborative team environment with meaningful responsibility
• NYC or Chicago location
• Hybrid schedule (Tuesday through Thursday in office)
• $215,000-$260,000 base salary plus target cash bonus and competitive benefits
For attorneys who enjoy the complexity of structured finance and want to apply their legal expertise in a more strategic and market-facing capacity, this is an opportunity worth considering. If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Project, Energy & Infrastructure Finance In-House Counsel
New York, NY
Global financial institution’s North American focused energy and infrastructure finance team in NYC is hiring its second legal counsel. This sector is driving the economy; data centers are transforming the industry, power demand is rapidly increasing; and renewables, battery storage, strategies, and emerging technologies are impacting public and private capital markets. Advise asset managers, corporations, institutional investors, banks and other financial institutions engaged in conventional power, renewable energy, energy transition, midstream oil and gas, digital infrastructure and related sectors.
3-5+ years of top BigLaw/in-house experience on complex project development and finance transactions OR corporate, mezzanine, leveraged or other complex structured financings in the North American energy and infrastructure sectors required. Expertise with tax equity, preferred equity and/or tax credit transferability transactions, restructuring transactions, or data center construction financings, as well as curiosity and aptitude for utilizing AI technology, a plus. Commercially savvy lawyers who want to be intellectually stimulated working on cutting edge transactions embedded in a creative and innovative “smart money” business team will thrive.
Compensation is highly competitive, including a base range of $200K to $300K plus generous target bonus and a full suite of benefits. They are in office in NYC 4 days a week with remote Fridays. The culture is truly friendly, open and collaborative and this lawyer will sit with the business team. This opportunity is well worth serious consideration! If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Start Up Nuclear Energy Company Seeks Second Legal Hire
NYC, D.C., or Houston
An innovative clean energy company transforming the economics of nuclear power, is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join its legal team in New York City, Washington, DC or Houston.
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-growth company at the forefront of next-generation energy infrastructure on the ground floor as their second legal hire. The company is developing a platform designed to reduce nuclear construction costs by more than 60% while accelerating deployment timelines through advanced manufacturing and proven reactor technologies.
The Associate General Counsel will partner closely with business leadership and the Deputy General Counsel on a broad range of sophisticated commercial and corporate matters, including:
- Negotiating and drafting complex commercial, procurement and supply agreements
- Supporting project development and project finance initiatives
- Advising engineering, construction and procurement teams
- Managing corporate governance, entity formation and transactional matters
- Working alongside investors, customers, suppliers and outside counsel on strategic transactions
- Advising on regulatory, export control and intellectual property issues
The ideal candidate will have:
- 4+ years of experience at a top law firm, with project finance, project development, infrastructure or energy experience
- Strong commercial contracting and transactional skills
- A practical, business-oriented approach to solving complex legal issues
- Excellent judgment, communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Passion for nuclear energy and the company’s mission
Experience with nuclear energy is not required. Candidates with project finance, infrastructure, energy construction, renewable energy, power or other complex commercial transactional experience are encouraged to apply.
Compensation will consist of a base of $200,000 to $225,000 and a generous equity package. This role can sit in NYC where it would be remote except for regular, frequent travel to DC or in DC or Houston where they are in the office 3 days a week. The company will provide reasonable relocation expenses to candidates willing to relocate to DC or Houston. If interested, please reach out to Sarah Sleight, ssleight@glslsg.com.
EXCLUSIVE STELLAR REGISTERED FUNDS IN-HOUSE COUNSEL ROLE
New York, NY
Our client, a publicly traded financial services company and its affiliated investment advisors located in midtown Manhattan, is looking for a Director, Associate Counsel, Wealth with 2-5+ years of registered funds experience. This attorney will provide legal support for the firm’s US registered funds, sub-advisory relationships and other retail products, including separately managed accounts and model-based programs with an emphasis on contracts, distribution, product development, marketing and sales practices; will work closely with senior management, fund administration and the compliance team; and will handle regulatory issues and general legal matters.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5+ years of detailed knowledge of securities laws applicable to registered investment companies including the Investment Company Act of 1940 and experience with the mutual funds, closed-end funds and other registered funds. Experience with exchange-traded funds, separately managed accounts and model-based programs, sub-advisory relationships, compliance, ISDA Master Agreements and other ancillary documentation for derivatives business and with issues faced by Broker/Dealers are all major pluses. Candidates must have top credentials and experience from in-house, regulatory agency and/or a leading law firm.
This is a fantastic role reporting to a phenomenal manager (the Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel – Wealth) at a stable public company that has a collegial, balanced work environment. There is great long-term potential and a clear path for advancement, as well as exposure to the General Counsel, C-suite executives and Board members.
Compensation will consist of a base of $210,000 to $240,000, as well as a discretionary, performance based annual cash bonus, restricted stock and a full suite of benefits. Hours are reasonable and predictable and the environment is collegial, professional and collaborative. They are in the midtown office 4 days a week and 1 day from home. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Public Asset Manager Seeks Compliance & Regulatory Counsel
New York, NY
Our client, a publicly traded financial services company and its affiliated investment advisors located in midtown Manhattan, is seeking a Vice President, Regulatory Compliance Attorney, to work directly with the firm’s Global CCO & Associate General Counsel in a highly visible, strategic role supporting the global compliance program across registered and private fund platforms.
This is not a siloed “check-the-box” compliance position. This role sits at the intersection of legal, regulatory strategy, governance, business advisory, and enterprise risk management, with meaningful exposure to senior leadership and firmwide initiatives. The role reports to the Global CCO and will have 2-3 individuals reporting directly to them and has a clear growth trajectory.
Candidates must have:
- J.D.
- Minimum of 6–8 years of legal and regulatory experience, including significant in-house experience at a sophisticated asset manager and ideally also from a top law firm
- Direct experience working on both registered (’40 Act funds, ETFs, RIAs) and unregistered products (private funds, SMAs, other pooled vehicles)
- Strong working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and Investment Company Act of 1940; familiarity with related regulatory frameworks (e.g., NFA, FINRA, AML)
- Maintains or is willing to obtain relevant FINRA Series licenses including the SIE, Series 7 and Series 24
- Experience managing a broad compliance team or projects with a strong understanding of both regulatory and trading or guideline compliance
- Strong judgment, executive presence and the ability to provide practical, business-oriented guidance in complex regulatory environments is also required.
For experienced investment management attorneys seeking a substantive, intellectually sophisticated platform with real strategic influence and growth potential, this is an exceptional opportunity.
Responsibilities include supporting the Global CCO in overseeing the firm’s global compliance program across registered and unregistered investment vehicles, including U.S. and non‑U.S. advisory activities, directly shaping and supporting new initiatives and key strategic priorities, as both partner and advisor to the business, serving as a mentor and educator within the Compliance team, and assisting with day‑to‑day compliance matters for investment advisers, registered funds, private funds, and other investment structures.
Compensation will consist of a base of $200,000 to $275,000, as well as a discretionary, performance-based annual cash bonus, restricted stock and a full suite of benefits.
Hours are manageable and reasonable and the in-office requirement is 4 days a week in the midtown Manhattan office. If interested, please reach out to Stephanie Forrest, sforrest@glslsg.com.
Renewable Energy Company Seeks PE Energy Transactions Counsel
New York, NY
Our client, a premier development, investment, and operating company focused on the North American power and energy infrastructure sector is seeking to hire both a Private Equity, Energy & Infrastructure Senior Counsel and Counsel to join its growing legal team supporting the private equity business. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for lawyers who want to work directly on the firm's most consequential transactions and not just manage outside counsel from a distance, but rather own deals alongside the investment team from origination through close. These roles will report to the General Counsel of Private Equity and will work with the other members of PE legal team and has meaningful runway for growth within the firm.
Ideal candidates will have
- 4–12+ years of transactional legal experience, with meaningful depth in one or more of the following areas: energy and infrastructure project finance or acquisition finance; energy M&A and structured equity
- Demonstrated experience as lead or co-lead on complex, multi-party transactions — with the ability to manage deal processes, supervise junior lawyers, and serve as primary contact for client and counterparty teams
- Familiarity with the range of structures relevant to energy investment: project-level senior secured facilities, back-leverage and holdco structures, fund LP/GP structures, acquisition financings, and corporate credit facilities
- Fund formation experience and tax equity investment (ITC, PTC, or transferability structures are a plus
- In-house experience is a plus but not required; lawyers from leading energy and infrastructure practices at major law firms are strongly encouraged to apply
As Senior Counsel you will:
- Lead and co-lead complex transactions across the energy and infrastructure sector, including power generation, storage, transmission, and adjacent infrastructure assets — spanning M&A, project finance, acquisition finance, structured equity, and tax equity
- Negotiate and draft the full suite of transaction documentation — purchase agreements, financing documents, credit agreements, security packages, joint venture agreements, tax equity documents, and related ancillary agreements
- Advise the investment team on deal structure, risk allocation, and legal strategy from early-stage evaluation through signing, financing, and closing
- Support fund-level legal matters including fund formation and governance, LP/GP relationship management, side letter negotiation, and investor onboarding across the PE platform
- Manage cross-functional legal workstreams involving regulatory, environmental, tax, real estate, and derivatives counsel, and coordinate outside counsel effectively across complex multi-party transactions
- Conduct and supervise due diligence across debt and equity financings, M&A transactions, major project contracts, and corporate matters; prepare and review diligence memoranda
- Develop relationships with investment professionals, finance teams, and senior leadership as a trusted advisor who adds value before problems arise
This is an amazing opportunity to have both a meaningful role and an opportunity to develop professionally with the support of collaborative and experienced peers.
Compensation is competitive and will consist of a base of $225,000 to $300,000, as well as a discretionary, performance-based annual cash bonus and a full suite of benefits that are 100% paid for by the company. Opportunities for carry may be available in the future.
If interested, please reach out to Sarah Sleight, ssleight@glslsg.com.
GLS Exclusive: Prestigious NJ Trial Boutique Seeks Litigation Associate
Northern New Jersey
We are working on an exclusive search for our client, an elite litigation boutique in Northern NJ. The firm is eager to hire a highly-motivated, entrepreneurial superstar litigation associate to join its exploding criminal and civil practice. The firm routinely represents major corporations and prominent individuals in top-of-the-news cases. It is proud to take multiple cases to trial each year and can offer talented associates the opportunity to be involved in cases from inception to completion and gain real responsibility from day one. Our search firm is proud that two of our BigLaw candidates were promoted to partnership and the firm is committed to continue to promote from within. This is an outstanding opportunity for litigators who want to get serious trial experience and continue to grow in a truly dynamic practice. For litigators eager to serve as an AUSA, the firm is incredibly well-connected with the DOJ, particularly in NJ and the SDNY, and can help pave the way for that opportunity. Candidates must have a Federal Clerkship, 2+ years of substantive, sophisticated litigation experience at a top firm, and an excellent academic record. NJ bar membership required (NY bar members may waive in). Compensation is highly competitive for both base and bonus. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest at sforrest@glslsg.com.
Top Tier Law Firms – Join the Restructuring Boom
New York, NY
Prominent law firms with destination debtor and creditor practices are eager to add associates with at least 2 years of transactional or litigation experience in insolvency or restructuring. This is the moment for ambitious, well-credentialed and motivated associates to move to some of the busiest and most sought-after insolvency practices. Secure your future in this wave. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest at sforrest@glslsg.com.
Major Financial Institution
New York, NY
Chief Compliance and Senior Compliance Officer positions are available. If interested, please contact Stephanie Forrest at sforrest@glslsg.com.
