At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on complex fund formations and transactions across various asset classes.
- Company: Elite US law firm with a market-leading London team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, strong mentorship, and clear progression opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture with a focus on collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on high-value, cross-border projects.
- Qualifications: 4-7 years PQE in private funds with excellent drafting skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
About the Company An elite US law firm is seeking a high-calibre Investment Funds Associate/Senior Associate (4–7 PQE) to join its market-leading London team.
This is a standout opportunity to work within one of the largest and most active global funds practices, advising on complex, high-value fund formations and secondaries transactions across multiple asset classes.
The London office acts as a key hub for the firm’s international funds platform, offering exposure to cross-border work alongside leading teams in the US, Europe, and Asia.
About the Role You will advise leading fund sponsors and asset managers on a broad range of matters across the full fund lifecycle, including: Structuring and establishing private investment funds Advising on carried interest, co-investments, and investor arrangements Working on continuation funds and secondary transactions Supporting complex cross-border fund launches Advising on regulatory and operational aspects of fund management The role offers exposure to a wide range of asset classes, including Private Equity, Credit, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Venture Capital and Secondaries transactions.
You will work closely with a highly experienced partner group and be part of a large, well-resourced team with strong internal support and collaboration across offices.
Responsibilities Advise leading fund sponsors and asset managers on a broad range of matters across the full fund lifecycle.
Work on structuring and establishing private investment funds.
Provide advice on carried interest, co-investments, and investor arrangements.
Support complex cross-border fund launches.
Advise on regulatory and operational aspects of fund management.
Qualifications 4–7 years’ PQE from a leading City, US, or international law firm.
Required Skills Strong experience in private funds / investment funds work.
Excellent drafting and technical skills.
A collaborative, low-ego approach.
A stable and considered career trajectory.
Strong commercial awareness and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills Experience in a large, high-performing and diverse team with a strong international presence.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative and inclusive culture with a focus on teamwork.
Significant cross-border exposure and integration with global offices.
Strong mentorship and clear progression opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.
