Private Funds Legal Counsel

We are partnering with one of the largest private markets investment firms globally: we are now looking for a Legal Counsel with solid private funds experience, to join their business at a pivotal time of growth across the UK and Europe.

You will be the subject matter expert for funds, and trusted advisor within the firm, translating complex legal issues into clear, practical guidance and helping internal clients evaluate novel proposals and business objectives.

This role can be based in their new office in Luxembourg which they are currently building out, or in their London office.

What will the role involve?

• Looking after the closed end and evergreen comingled funds and separately managed accounts based in Luxembourg, the US, and globally.
• Working with external counsel in drafting, reviewing and negotiating operative documents, such as limited partnership agreements, LLC agreements, subscription agreements, private placement memoranda.
• Primarily focusing on Luxembourg and UK law and liaising with the wider US legal team to increase their product offering across the EU, Middle East, Asia, and North and South America.
• Working with their structuring and product development teams to advise on structuring and closing/launching new funds and client agreements.
• Providing practical, risk-adjusted legal and commercial advice to internal clients and senior leadership.
• Lead strategic initiatives and special projects and help coordinate cross-group efforts that improve collaboration and consistency.

What technical skill-sets are we looking for?

• 5-10 years’ PQE in funds, in-house experience is preferable, although lawyers from private practice will also be considered.
• Experience in private equity funds and Luxembourg funds are key and a pre-requisite.
• Well-developed commercial judgment, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance business goals, market practice and legal risk.
• Experience with legal AI tools is a plus.

What softer skill-sets are we looking for?

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work cross-functionally, manage multiple workstreams and explain complex legal issues clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated initiative, strong integrity, a collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement, including openness to new tools and technology that can increase efficiency.

You will be first legal hire for their Luxembourg office, and the ‘go-to person for funds’ for UK and Europe, with 1 other senior lawyer based in London, and the wider legal team based in the US. You must therefore be pro-active, and someone who can work independently and autonomously. There is plenty of scope in this role to really make your mark and carve out the role.

In return, our client offers a supportive and collaborative team, as well as a sociable and accessible environment.

Their hybrid working policy is a minimum of 4 days in the office (Monday to Thursday).

Our client is offering a very competitive base salary with an annual discretionary bonus, as well as an excellent benefits and wellness package.

If this role is of interest, please connect with us quoting job ref. AYFS 10857:

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