Fund Structuring & Legal Manager

HSBC Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in the UK is seeking a qualified funds lawyer to advise on fund formations and manage investor relationships. The role involves significant interaction with various stakeholders and requires post-qualification experience in funds law. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and preferably have experience in private equity or credit. The firm promotes wellbeing and inclusivity, ensuring a supportive environment for diverse perspectives.

Qualifications

• Post‑qualification experience with a major law firm in a funds team.
• Experience in private equity, credit, and real estate/infrastructure is highly preferable.
• Experience working within an international team is a plus.
• Prior experience of in‑house work is of interest but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Advising on fund formations with the internal tax team and external counsel.
• Managing external counsel and delivering contractual arrangements ahead of fund launch.
• Negotiating with potential investors.
• Contributing to product approval processes.
• Acting as an internal contact for Marketing & Client Relations staff.
• Working closely with the Fund Operations team.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified funds formation lawyer

Job description

Overview

This is a great opportunity for a funds lawyer with experience in a leading funds practice and/or asset manager to work in a fast‑growing firm across multiple asset classes and jurisdictions. You will also be involved in associated matters, involving a deep level of interaction across a wide range of stakeholders across ICG.

Responsibilities

• Advising on fund formations in conjunction with the internal tax team and external counsel, taking the lead on certain funds and acting in support of more senior team members on other matters.
• Managing external counsel and the delivery of LPAs, subscription agreements, management agreements and other contractual arrangements ahead of a fund launch and then leading negotiations over side letters and closing investors throughout fundraise periods.
• Negotiating with potential investors.
• Contributing to product approval processes and drafting of PPMs.
• Acting as an internal point of contact for Marketing & Client Relations staff and portfolio managers.
• Acting as a general point of contact for inbound questions from across the firm on particular strategies.
• Working closely with the Fund Operations team (including to ensure overlapping matters are adequately captured).

Wellbeing and Inclusion

Wellbeing – Supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing as well as your lifestyle needs.

Inclusivity – Fit for purpose and competitive, no matter who or where you are.

Longevity – Long term and sustainable in design.

Inclusion is one of ICG's key values and we are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for everyone. By welcoming different perspectives, we strengthen ICG's performance, enrich decision‑making and contribute to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and the markets we serve. Accordingly, our recruitment processes provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, ethnicity, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by local law. We are equally committed to delivering an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require information in an alternative format, additional time for assessments, an adjusted interview schedule, or any other support during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Qualifications

• Qualified funds formation lawyer.
• Post‑qualification experience with a major law firm in a funds team.
• Experience in private equity, credit and real estate/infrastructure is highly preferable.
• Experience working within an international team would be a plus.
• Prior experience of in‑house work would be of interest, although not essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills.