At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex LP transfer processes and build strong client relationships.
- Company: Join a cutting-edge legal team at Carta, focused on innovative solutions.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on mentorship and career development.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of legal delivery with AI tools and impactful projects.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in funds law, strong leadership, and tech-savvy skills required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
You'll be joining our Funds team, specifically within the LP Transfers function.
Our LP Transfers team manages the end‑to‑end transfer process for limited partner interests across multiple client accounts each quarter. Working alongside paralegals and senior lawyers, you will own day‑to‑day client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for complex multi‑party transfer workflows. This team operates at the cutting edge of legal delivery, using AI‑backed tools to deliver consistent, high‑quality outcomes for some of the world’s most sophisticated asset managers and investment funds.
Problems You’ll Solve
At Carta, our employees set out on a mission to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. We believe that the problems we solve today unlock the opportunities of tomorrow. As a Funds Delivery Lawyer – LP Transfers, you’ll work to:
- Supervise and mentor paralegals through complex LP transfer processes, ensuring documentation is accurate, timely, and aligned with client playbooks and SLAs
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and counterparties, coordinating KYC/AML, transfer documentation, signing, and post‑closing actions
- Own and evolve client playbooks and negotiation parameters, escalating material issues to the Legal Director while maintaining deal momentum
- Build and deepen trusted client relationships, positioning Carta as the go‑to partner for LP transfer work
- Support business development by contributing to new client pitches alongside the Growth team
- Partner with the technology team to continuously improve AI‑driven legal delivery tools and workflows
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in funds law. You have a strong background in LP transfers, closed‑ended funds, or private markets work and can independently manage complex transfer processes.
- Client‑focused and commercially minded. You build strong relationships with sophisticated asset manager and investment fund clients and know how to communicate clearly under pressure.
- A natural leader and mentor. You have experience supervising and developing junior lawyers and paralegals, and can manage team performance across multiple simultaneous workflows.
- Detail‑driven and execution‑focused. You thrive on getting deals done – you prioritise effectively, handle competing deadlines, and do not lose momentum.
- Tech‑savvy. You are comfortable working with AI‑backed legal tools and are curious about the role of technology in modern legal delivery.
- Licensed to practice. You are qualified in England & Wales or a comparable jurisdiction. 5+ years of relevant experience recommended.
- We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email.
- Please note that all official communications from us will come from an @carta.com or @carta-external.com domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to security@carta.com.
We work on a hybrid schedule where we come into office 3x/week and work remotely the remaining 2 days. In office schedules are set by location and team. Please confirm you can work in person at the location(s) of the job listed above per this schedule.
Funds Lawyer New London, United Kingdom employer: Carta, Inc.
Carta is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. With a commitment to employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior lawyers while utilising cutting-edge legal technology to enhance your skills. Recognised as a great place to work, Carta provides a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the future of private market infrastructure.
