Global Private Markets Counsel – Funds & Compliance

Adams Street Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams Street Partners seeks a Legal Counsel to join its global Legal & Compliance team. The role focuses on coordinating, structuring and negotiating private equity/credit fund documentation, while managing corporate matters and regulatory filings across multiple jurisdictions.

The successful candidate will engage with internal stakeholders, advise on fund launches and amendments, and ensure compliance with AIFMD II, FCA, and other regimes as Adams Street expands into new markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Law (LLB) or equivalent required.
• 4-6 years of fund formation experience at a reputable law firm and/or asset manager.
• Strong regulatory and compliance knowledge with mature judgement on novel questions.
• Exceptional written communication skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with outside counsel on drafting, review and negotiation of fund documents for EMEA evergreen funds.
• Advise on structuring, launch and closing of new funds and investment products with internal stakeholders.
• Manage day-to-day legal matters relating to evergreen products, including amendments and product developments.
• Draft and negotiate distribution, platform, fund management, and other agreements for EMEA products.
• Provide practical, risk-adjusted legal guidance to internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Support regulatory frameworks under AIFMD II, FCA, Luxembourg UCI Part II, ELTIF and other regimes as expansion occurs.
• Oversee regulatory filings, disclosures and reporting for EMEA regulated funds including prospectuses and KIDs.
• Coordinate board materials for EMEA regulated products with external counsel and providers.
• Develop regulatory compliance calendars and maintain deadlines and disclosures.
• Review and update precedent agreements and outside counsel guidelines; drive process improvements.
• Undertake special projects as required.

Skills

Legal analysis

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Self-discipline

Education

LLB degree

Job description

Adams Street Partners seeks a Legal Counsel to join its global Legal & Compliance team. The role focuses on coordinating, structuring and negotiating private equity/credit fund documentation, while managing corporate matters and regulatory filings across multiple jurisdictions.

The successful candidate will engage with internal stakeholders, advise on fund launches and amendments, and ensure compliance with AIFMD II, FCA, and other regimes as Adams Street expands into new markets.