Funds Knowledge Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious US law firm is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer with 4+ years PQE to join its Private Funds practice. This role offers the chance to work in a high-performance team on regulatory developments and knowledge management, enjoying work-life balance while still being involved in impactful legal initiatives.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Exposure to high-end cross-border work

Strategic role without full-time fee earning pressures

Sustainable practice model

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years’ experience in private funds.
• Experience with Luxembourg fund structures is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain core knowledge materials like templates and guidance notes.
• Support training and development for junior associates.
• Monitor UK, EU, and global regulatory developments affecting private funds.

Skills

Technical drafting

Legal innovation

Communication

Detail-oriented

Job description

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A prestigious US law firm with a strong presence in London is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer with 4+ years’ PQE to join its market-leading Private Funds practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned funds lawyer looking to transition into a knowledge role or for an existing PSL seeking a step up in calibre and complexity, while retaining work-life flexibility.

The role sits at the heart of a high-performing team focused on private equity, credit, and infrastructure funds. You'll work closely with partners and associates on both internal and client-facing initiatives that strengthen the firm’s market position and knowledge infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain core knowledge materials: templates, precedents, and internal guidance notes
• Monitor and distill UK, EU, and global regulatory developments impacting private funds
• Support training and development for junior associates
• Collaborate with partners on client briefings, know-how sessions, and innovation projects
• Ensure consistency and efficiency across fund formation and investor-side matters

What We're Looking For

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years’ experience in private funds, ideally at a top-tier international or US law firm
• Strong technical drafting ability, particularly in fund formation documents
• Luxembourg fund experience (e.g. SCSp, RAIFs, SIFs) is highly advantageous but not essential
• Interest in legal innovation, learning & development, and process improvement
• Confident communicator with a proactive, detail-focused approach

Why This Firm?

• Join one of the most respected US-headquartered firms operating in London
• Exposure to high-end, cross-border work and an exceptional client base
• Enjoy a strategic, impactful role without the pressures of full-time fee earning
• A rare opportunity to combine elite firm prestige with a more sustainable practice model