Legal Counsel - Venture Capital

StepStone is a global private markets specialist delivering tailored investment solutions and advisory services. They are seeking a Legal Counsel to support their Venture Capital and Growth Equity sector team, responsible for drafting and negotiating legal documentation for various investment transactions. Responsibilities Work with other attorneys and team members in the Venture Capital and Growth Equity sector in structuring venture capital and growth equity investments Negotiate and draft documentation to execute (i) direct portfolio company investments, (ii) secondary purchases and sales of fund interests and shares in emerging companies, and (iii) co-investments Manage negotiation and execution of documentation, including term sheets and letters of intent, SAFEs, convertible notes, equity financing documents, partnership agreements, subscription documents, and side letters Review placement memoranda and partnership agreements for investments in venture capital and growth equity funds and prepare analysis regarding same for inclusion in investment memoranda or otherwise deliverable to clients Manage outside counsel in connection with select investment transactions, especially GP-led tender offers, continuation vehicles, and strip sales Monitor existing investment portfolio and manage disposition of investments Supervise paralegals, including in the negotiation of confidentiality agreements, closing-related matters, and other matters, as needed Special projects from time to time subject to availability (e.g., strategic transactions, process efficiencies, fiduciary counseling and training, regulatory filings, etc.) Skills 4-year college degree required Must possess a law degree from an accredited and reputable law school, be admitted to an applicable state bar, and be in good standing Approximately 1 to 3 years of emerging companies/venture capital (EC/VC) and/or mergers & acquisitions (M&A) experience, whether in-house or at a reputable law firm Ability to work on a wide variety of venture capital/growth equity fund and direct investment transactions Professionally communicate with all levels of staff and external stakeholders Utilize effective time management skills to maintain a commitment to quality and attention to detail; ensure that all work is completed accurately and on time Foster a sense of teamwork, assisting others when needed/required; work collaboratively with attorneys supporting other asset classes to share best practices, provide coverage, etc Flourish in a challenging, fast-paced, and professional environment with frequent shifts in priorities as business needs dictate Have a strong sense of integrity, behaving consistently with expressed values and ethical principles of StepStone Focus on specific goals and demonstrate a sense of personal growth, accountability and urgency for achieving results Company Overview StepStone Group provides investors with customized portfolios that integrate primaries, secondaries, and co-investments. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship StepStone Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 10 in 2025, 10 in 2024, 9 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 6 in 2021, 6 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.