Associate - Funds, Elite US Law (2-6PQE) London

Rutherford Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm in London is seeking a PQE lawyer with 2-6 years' experience to join their Private Funds team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on fund formation and structuring in a supportive environment. The firm is committed to high professional development and balances competitive remuneration with a welcoming culture, unlike some of its peers. Ideal candidates should come from a Magic or Silver Circle firm, with a strong background in private investment funds.

Benefits

High investment in professional development

Competitive US rates compensation

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-6 years' experience as a PQE lawyer.
• Experience in working with Magic or Silver Circle firms.
• Strong background in private funds and investment.

Responsibilities

• Join the Private Funds team in a leading law firm in London.
• Work on fund formation, structuring, and operations.
• Manage high-profile client relationships.

Skills

Fund formation experience

Excellent client management

Negotiation skills

Education

PQE 2-6 years in law

Job description

Our Client

An elite US law firm client is seeking a 2-6 years' PQE lawyer to join its Private Funds team in London.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented lawyer to work within a market-leading practice that specializes in fund formation, structuring, and operations across a wide range of asset classes, including private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and venture capital funds.

This US law firm stands out for balancing exacting standards and delivery without the hard edges associated with some of their peers. It is a warmer environment for lateral hires and their market-leading retention corroborates that they have found a good mix.

NY rates compensation without the burnout and hard edges. High profile clients, broad work, high investment in professional development and broad coverage across GP, LP and Secondaries.

Requirements

Ideal candidates will come from the Magic or Silver Circle, or another elite US firm with experience in fund formation.

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Jonathan Skerrett.
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