Funds PSL Lawyer - Elite NY Firm

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious US law firm in London seeks a Professional Support Lawyer to enhance its private funds team. This pivotal role focuses on knowledge development, legal drafting, and collaboration with partners, ideal for someone with significant experience in private funds. The position promises an intellectually stimulating environment, flexibility, and a strategic role without fee-earning pressures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in private funds at a leading law firm.
• Prior PSL experience ideal, but former Partners or senior associates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Leading knowledge management strategy across the Funds team.
• Drafting and maintaining precedents and template documents.
• Preparing internal and client-facing updates.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of UK and international fund structures

Excellent communication skills

Drafting skills

Strategic thinking

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Location: London

Status: Permanent, Full-Time

An elite US law firm with a top-tier funds practice is seeking an exceptional Professional Support Lawyer to join its London office. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the most sophisticated private funds teams in the City.

About the Role:

You will work closely with high-profile partners and senior lawyers across the global private funds group. Your role will be instrumental in supporting knowledge development, training, and thought leadership in relation to a wide range of fund formation matters, including private equity, credit, infrastructure, and secondaries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading knowledge management strategy across the Funds team
• Drafting and maintaining precedents and template documents
• Tracking legal developments and market trends
• Preparing internal and client-facing updates and alerts
• Supporting business development and client training initiatives
• Collaborating with global colleagues on cross-office PSL initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years' experience in private funds, gained at a leading law firm
• Strong technical knowledge of UK and international fund structures
• Prior PSL experience ideal, but former Partners or senior associates seeking a transition will also be considered
• Strategic thinker with excellent communication and drafting skills

Why Apply?

This firm offers an intellectually stimulating environment, exposure to complex global work, and a genuinely collaborative culture. The role is high-profile internally and offers flexibility and longevity — perfect for someone looking to stay close to the law without the pressures of fee earning.

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