Investment Funds Associate (Lawyer)

Wicker Hamilton; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm is seeking a Private Funds Associate with 3–6 years of experience to join its London team. The successful candidate will work with private equity sponsors and institutional investors, focusing on fund formation, structuring, and GP-led transactions. This role offers a collaborative environment, exposure to high-value mandates, and opportunities for long-term career progression. Candidates qualified in the UK, US, New Zealand, or Australia are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years’ post-qualification experience in a transactional-heavy international law firm or US law firm.
• Experience in private fund formation and investment management mandates.
• Strong understanding of AIFMD, FCA regulations, and global investor trends.

Responsibilities

• Act for leading private equity sponsors and fund investors on fund formation and structuring.
• Advise on GP-led secondary transactions, co-investments, and continuation funds.
• Collaborate with tax, regulatory, and transactional teams to deliver integrated advice.
• Support cross-border fundraising and fund management with a US and European investor base.

Skills

Drafting skills

Client-facing skills

Commercial judgment

Client-facing skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales / United States / New Zealand / Australia

Job description

Private Funds Associate (3–6 PQE) — Leading International Law Firm (London)

Wicker Hamilton has been engaged by a prestigious international law firm to identify a high‑calibre Private Funds Associate to join its market‑leading London team.

The group represents a diverse range of private equity sponsors, fund managers, and institutional investors across all aspects of fund formation, fund structuring, and capital raising. The practice advises on the establishment and operation of buyout, credit, infrastructure, real estate, venture capital, and secondary funds, with a strong cross‑border element involving the U.S., Europe, and key offshore jurisdictions.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a collaborative and intellectually rigorous environment, advising premier clients on primary and secondary fundraisings, GP‑led transactions, co‑investment vehicles, and continuation funds. The team also regularly supports clients on regulatory and operational matters impacting their fund platforms.

The Role

• Acting for leading private equity sponsors and fund investors on fund formation, fund structuring, and investor negotiations.
• Advising on GP‑led secondary transactions, co‑investments, continuation funds, and separately managed accounts.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues in tax, regulatory, and transactional teams to deliver fully integrated advice.
• Supporting cross‑border fundraising and fund management matters with a strong U.S. and European investor base.

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales / United States / New Zealand / Australia with 3–6 years’ post‑qualification experience gained at a transactional‑heavy international law firm or US law firm.
• Proven experience advising on private fund formation and investment management mandates.
• Strong understanding of AIFMD, FCA regulations, and global investor trends.
• Excellent drafting, commercial judgment, and client‑facing skills.

Why Apply

This role offers the chance to join a well respected funds platform, advising an elite client base and working alongside highly regarded partners known for their technical excellence and approachable leadership style. The team offers a balanced culture, exposure to high‑value mandates, and genuine long‑term progression prospects.

Open to UK, US, New Zealand and Australian legally qualified backgrounds subject to relevant experience.