Funds Lawyer (LP Transfers)

Avantia Law; City Of London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering law firm in London seeks an experienced Funds Lawyer to manage LP transfer workflows. This role requires significant experience in closed ended funds and expertise in drafting legal documents. Candidates will have the opportunity to supervise junior team members and work directly with clients while utilizing innovative legal technology. Competitive salary and remote options are available.

Benefits

25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays + 1 Day off for your birthday

Remote first (anywhere in the UK)

Private healthcare or wellness budget

Annual subscription to Calm or Headspace

Early finish Fridays in the summer

Enhanced family friendly policies after 1 year

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE with experience in closed ended funds and LP transfers.
• Experience in managing LP transfer workflows.
• Experience in supervising junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients directly, providing legal advice during transfer processes.
• Prepare LP transfer documents and conduct negotiations.
• Collaborate with technology team to innovate legal work.

Skills

Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified in England & Wales or US

Job description

Location: United Kingdom (Remote first or hybrid)

Avantia Law is a pioneering law firm known for its innovative approach to asset management legal services. Our service provides asset managers with an end-to-end managed solution for LP transfers, driven by senior funds lawyers and backed by cutting-edge technology.

We are looking for a Funds Lawyer to manage the day-to-day LP transfer workflows for our clients. This role is ideal for a legal professional with experience in funds law who is looking to specialise in managing the intricacies of LP transfer work as well as take on responsibility for supervising juniors and building client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with clients directly, providing a full deal review and expert legal advice, ensuring all transfer processes align with client playbooks.

• Prepare LP transfer documents, including transfer agreements and subscription documents.

• Conduct negotiations based on client playbooks and escalate any issues to the client as needed.

• Escalate and resolve any issues or flags during the transfer process.

• In collaboration with MD - LP Transfers, support with day to day supervision, training and mentoring junior team members (e.g. Paralegals or more junior lawyers)

• Collaborate with our technology team to help us innovate & utilise AI-driven workflow tools in your legal work.

• Assist our Growth team withnew client pitches when required.

• 5+ PQE with experience inclosed ended funds and LP transfers.

• Qualified in England & Wales or US.

• Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Strong communication skills and client-focused approach.

Avantia aims to offer a competitive salary, which will depend on the final candidate's PQE and unique experience. You will have the opportunity to discuss your salary expectations during the first call with the Talent team.Our benefits include:

• 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays + 1 Day off for your birthday
• Remote first (anywhere in the UK) or choose to work from our lovely London Bridge office whenever you wish.
• Private healthcare or the option to use the budget to be reimbursed for other wellness activities of your choice
• Annual subscription to your choice of Calm or Headspace
• Early finish Fridays in the summer
• Pension scheme (enhanced after 1 year service)
• Enhanced family friendly policies after 1 year

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