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Senior Associate - Investment Funds
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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
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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.
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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
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