Associate, Private Equity / Investment Funds (Lawyer)

Baker McKenzie; Alberta; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join their Investment Funds practice. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on complex, cross-border matters. The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of post-qualification experience in investment funds, strong academic credentials, and excellent technical skills. A proactive and client-focused approach is essential. This position is located in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Singapore-qualified lawyer with 4-8 years of post-qualification experience in investment funds and fund formation.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent technical and drafting skills.
• Client-focused, collaborative approach, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex, cross-border matters with a collaborative team.

Job description

Overview

Baker McKenzie.Wong & Leow is seeking a highly motivated Associate (4-8 years PQE) to join our Tier 1 Transactional (Private Equity) / Investment Funds practice in Singapore. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, cross-border matters with a dynamic and collaborative team.

Our Practice

Our Investment Funds practice is recognised as a market leader, delivering sophisticated, commercially focused advice to a broad range of clients. We act for global fund sponsors, first-time managers, and institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, family offices and corporates. With deep market insight and a strong track record, we provide innovative and pragmatic solutions across the full spectrum of private fund formation and investment mandates.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a Singapore-qualified lawyer with 4-8 years of post-qualification experience in investment funds and fund formation, ideally gained at a top-tier or international firm. You will have strong academic credentials, excellent technical and drafting skills, and a commercial mindset. The role requires a client-focused and collaborative approach, with the ability to work across jurisdictions. A proactive attitude, sound legal analysis, and interest in business development are essential, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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