Funds Associate - Private Investment Funds

Frasia Wright Associates; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a leading international law firm, seeks a private investment funds lawyer with a minimum of 6 years’ experience to join its funds team. The role offers cross-office exposure between Edinburgh and Glasgow, working with UK and international clients on structuring, forming, and investing in funds.

Candidates should be adept at drafting agreements, advising on carried interest, and reviewing fund-related materials, with strong knowledge of UK regulations including AIFMD and investor

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in funds transactions, including drafting agreements and advising on carried interest.
• Experience reviewing marketing materials and negotiating with investors.
• Familiarity with UK financial regulations, notably AIFMD, and coordinating with offshore firms.

Responsibilities

• Advise on private investment funds transactions for UK and cross-border clients.
• Draft and negotiate fund documents, side letters, and related agreements.
• Support business development and client relationship management for funds practice.

Skills

Funds transactions

Drafting agreements

Investor negotiations

Regulatory knowledge

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Our client, a leading international law firm, seeks a private investment funds lawyer with a minimum of 6 years’ experience to join its funds team. The role offers cross-office exposure between Edinburgh and Glasgow, working with UK and international clients on structuring, forming, and investing in funds.

Candidates should be adept at drafting agreements, advising on carried interest, and reviewing fund-related materials, with strong knowledge of UK regulations including AIFMD and investor