Associate, Hedge Funds - Leading International Law Firm (1-4 PQE)

Rutherford; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford in London is seeking a junior-mid level Associate for its renowned Hedge Funds practice. The role offers exposure to cross-border fund formation and advisory work, working closely with experienced partners on a broad range of matters.

The ideal candidate will have 1–4 PQE, experience in hedge funds or related funds, strong drafting skills and a good understanding of fund structures and documentation, with a Commercial, proactive mindset and client-facing experience.

Qualifications

• 1–4 PQE; E&W qualified
• Experience in hedge funds, investment funds or alt asset management
• Strong drafting skills
• Understanding of fund structures and documentation
• Experience advising asset managers or institutional investors
• Commercially minded and proactive

Responsibilities

• Structuring, establishing and launching hedge funds and alternative investment vehicles.
• Advising on managed accounts, single-investor vehicles and bespoke investment structures.
• Drafting and negotiating fund documentation, side letters and investor arrangements.
• Advising on seed capital transactions, strategic investments and manager ownership structures.
• Supporting established and emerging managers on ongoing fund operations, restructurings and regulatory matters.

Skills

Drafting skills

Fund structures knowledge

Commercial mindset

Proactive

Job description

We are working with a leading international law firm looking to appoint a junior-mid level Associate into its highly regarded Hedge Funds practice in London.

The team advises some of the world's largest and most sophisticated hedge fund managers, alongside emerging managers and innovative start-ups, offering exposure to complex, cross-border fund formation and advisory work.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced partners on a broad range of matters, including:

• Structuring, establishing and launching hedge funds and alternative investment vehicles.
• Advising on managed accounts, single-investor vehicles and bespoke investment structures.
• Drafting and negotiating fund documentation, side letters and investor arrangements.
• Advising on seed capital transactions, strategic investments and manager ownership structures.
• Supporting established and emerging managers on ongoing fund operations, restructurings and regulatory matters.

The Ideal Candidate

• 1–4 PQE E&W qualified, ideally with experience in hedge funds, investment funds or alternative asset management.
• Strong technical drafting skills and a good understanding of fund structures and documentation.
• Experience advising asset managers, institutional investors or alternative investment platforms.
• Commercially minded, proactive and keen to develop within a specialist funds practice.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a market-leading hedge funds practice with an exceptional international client base.
• Gain exposure to sophisticated fund launches, innovative investment structures and complex cross-border mandates.
• Work closely with highly experienced partners and develop meaningful client relationships.
• Benefit from a strong international platform and clear opportunities for professional development.