Senior Legal & Structuring Counsel

Richfox Capital; Zürich; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Richfox Capital in Zurich seeks a Senior Legal & Structuring Counsel to drive end-to-end structuring of complex investment vehicles and family office solutions across onshore and offshore jurisdictions.

You will lead cross-border initiatives, draft and negotiate fund documentation, and oversee day-to-day legal operations. The role reports to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer and involves coordination with external advisers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law (MLaw / LL.M.) or equivalent legal qualification (qualification as an attorney-at-law is a strong advantage).
• At least 5–8 years of relevant experience, with a core focus on legal structuring within an asset manager, family office, investment fund, or top-tier law firm;
• Extensive hands-on experience in structuring investment vehicles and family office solutions across onshore and offshore jurisdictions;
• Solid knowledge of tax planning principles or succession planning frameworks is considered a strong plus;
• Proactive, innovative, and flexible work demeanour with excellent time management, leadership, and organizational skills;
• Proven ability to identify and resolve complex issues through lateral and strategic thinking;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German;
• Location in Switzerland (ability to work daily in Zurich).

Responsibilities

• Primary operational focus on driving the legal design and end-to-end structuring of complex investment vehicles, fund structures, and family office setups across onshore and offshore jurisdictions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate fund documentation, constituent agreements, client mandates, transaction documents, and corporate contracts;
• Oversee day-to-day legal operations and regularly update the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer on legal affairs and risks;
• Provide legal advisory and structural input on wealth structuring, incorporating tax-aligned principles or succession planning concepts for family offices and HNW/UHNW clients;
• Manage external legal counsels and specialist advisers across jurisdictions to ensure efficient, high-quality execution.

Skills

English language proficiency

German language proficiency

Leadership

Fund structuring

Cross-border structuring

Education

Master’s degree in Law (MLaw / LL.M.)

Job description

Richfox Capital is a growing Swiss FINMA-regulated investment manager focused on providing high-end investment services, managing investment funds, and structuring and managing family offices internationally. Our core values of loyalty to our principles, intellectual curiosity, and an ongoing commitment to excellence drive everything we do for our clients.

Position Summary

We are looking for a skilled, proactive, and team-oriented Senior Legal & Structuring Counsel to join our Zurich office. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for driving the legal structuring of complex investment vehicles, fund structures, and family office solutions across various onshore and offshore jurisdictions, reporting to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer. Additionally, you will oversee corporate legal affairs and regulatory compliance frameworks, and coordinate with external legal and tax advisors. A strong understanding of tax planning principles or succession planning frameworks is considered a strong plus.

This position is ideal for an experienced legal professional with a strong track record in fund structuring, cross-border investment setups, and team leadership who thrives in a dynamic, regulated asset management environment. This role is suitable for a mid-to-senior position with a commitment of 100% (or flexible based on agreement).

Primary Responsibilities

Primary operational focus on driving the legal design and end-to-end structuring of complex investment vehicles, fund structures, and family office setups across onshore and offshore jurisdictions.

Detailed Duties

• Act as the primary legal structurer, designing, establishing, and executing bespoke fund vehicles, investment platforms, and family office structures across onshore and offshore jurisdictions;
• Draft, review, and negotiate fund documentation, constituent agreements, client mandates, transaction documents, and corporate contracts;
• Oversee day-to-day legal operations and regularly update the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer on legal affairs and risks;
• Provide legal advisory and structural input on wealth structuring, incorporating tax-aligned principles or succession planning concepts for family offices and HNW/UHNW clients; and
• Manage external legal counsels and specialist advisers across jurisdictions to ensure efficient, high-quality execution.

Base requirements

Deep expertise and proven track record in cross-border legal structuring of funds and investment vehicles, strong leadership capabilities for department oversight, solution-oriented pragmatic approach, and a spotless professional reputation in regulated financial environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law (MLaw / LL.M.) or equivalent legal qualification (qualification as an attorney-at-law is a strong advantage);
• At least 5–8 years of relevant experience, with a core focus on legal structuring within an asset manager, family office, investment fund, or top-tier law firm;
• Extensive hands-on experience in structuring investment vehicles and family office solutions across onshore and offshore jurisdictions;
• Solid knowledge of tax planning principles or succession planning frameworks is considered a strong plus;
• Proactive, innovative, and flexible work demeanour with excellent time management, leadership, and organizational skills;
• Proven ability to identify and resolve complex issues through lateral and strategic thinking;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German; and
• Location in Switzerland (ability to work daily in Zurich).