Asset Management (Funds) Associate - Elite US Law Firm

Elite US Law Firm (Recruited by William James Recruitment); Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Job summary

Elite US Law Firm in London seeks an Asset Management (Funds) Associate (1-5 PQE) to join its market-leading Funds practice. You will advise global investors, fund sponsors and asset managers on private funds matters across private equity, venture capital, credit, real estate and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes fund formation, cross-border structures and collaborative work with tax, regulatory and corporate teams.

Qualifications

• England & Wales qualified Solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE.
• Strong experience in fund formation and asset management.
• Experience advising sponsors, investment managers or institutional investors on private funds matters.
• Experience at a leading City, international, US or top-tier commercial law firm.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and technical skills with strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Advising fund sponsors on formation, structuring and launch of private investment funds.
• Drafting and negotiating fund documentation, constitutional documents and investor agreements.
• Supporting clients on ongoing fund operations, governance and asset management issues.
• Advising on regulatory requirements and cross-border fund structures.
• Collaborating with tax, regulatory, finance and corporate teams on complex transactions.

Skills

Fund formation experience

Asset management experience

Legal drafting

Negotiation skills

Cross-border advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Asset Management (Funds) Associate - Elite US Law Firm

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Organising Institution / Firm

Elite US Law Firm (Recruited by William James Recruitment)

Rolling Basis (Official)

London, United Kingdom

England & Wales qualified Solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE; Strong fund formation and asset management experience; Experience advising sponsors, investment managers or institutional investors on private funds matters; Experience gained within a leading City, international, US or top-tier commercial law firm.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Asset Management (Funds) Associate - Elite US Law Firm

William James Recruitment is seeking an Asset Management (Funds) Associate (1-5 PQE) to join the market-leading Funds practice of a prestigious US law firm in London. The role involves advising global investors, fund sponsors, and asset managers on alternative investment strategies including private equity, venture capital, credit, real estate, and infrastructure.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• England & Wales qualified Solicitor with 1-5 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Strong experience in fund formation and asset management.
• Experience advising sponsors, investment managers, or institutional investors on private funds matters.
• Experience gained within a leading City, international, US, or top-tier commercial law firm.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and technical skills with strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Advising fund sponsors on the formation, structuring, and launch of private investment funds.
• Drafting and negotiating fund documentation, constitutional documents, and investor agreements.
• Supporting clients on ongoing fund operations, governance, and asset management issues.
• Advising on regulatory requirements and cross-border fund structures.
• Collaborating with tax, regulatory, finance, and corporate teams on complex transactions.

Stipend & Compensation

• Additional Compensation: Annual Bonus