Investment Funds Lawyer

Thomson Legal Recruitment Company; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Private Investment Funds Lawyer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of investment funds, focusing on sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and private equity. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in funds transactions, with a strong understanding of UK financial regulations. Emphasizing work/life balance and career growth, this firm provides a supportive environment for professional development. If you're looking to advance your career in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Over 6 years of experience in funds transactions and related work.
• Experience advising on the establishment and investment in private funds.

Responsibilities

• Drafting constitutional documents and negotiating agreements.
• Advising on UK financial regulation and fund documentation.

Skills

Funds Transactions

Drafting Limited Partnership Agreements

Negotiating Fund Documentation

UK Financial Regulation

Advising on Carried Interest Arrangements

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Leading global law firm are looking to hire a Private Investment Funds Lawyer. This role can be based in London, Edinburgh, or Glasgow, with hybrid-working arrangements available. The ideal candidate would be a qualified lawyer with over 6 years’ experience in funds transactions and related work.

Role Profile:

The Funds team advises fund managers on investment funds, including structuring, formation, and investment work, focusing on sectors like energy, infrastructure, climate & sustainability, impact, real estate, debt, and private equity funds.

The team also has a strong investor practice, advising institutional investors on investment programs, primary commitments, secondary transactions, co-investments, and related areas. They are recognized for work on African fund formation and impact investments, with awards and shortlistings for their innovative work.

The team collaborates with tax specialists for fund structuring and has full support from regulatory lawyers for financial regulation advice, including financial promotion and AIFMD.

Candidate Requirements:

The candidate should have experience advising on the establishment and investment in private funds, including:

• Drafting constitutional documents like limited partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, and trust deeds;
• Negotiating ancillary documents such as management and administration agreements;
• Advising on carried interest arrangements;
• Providing high-level advice on UK financial regulation related to funds (familiarity with AIFMD and UK financial promotion regime);
• Negotiating fund documentation with investors and managing side letter requests;
• Drafting LLP agreements for new managers;
• Engaging with offshore law firms and administrators;
• Reviewing documentation for institutional investors and preparing reports;
• Negotiating with fund counsel for investor interests;
• Discussing new funds with both start-up and experienced managers.

On Offer:

A competitive salary and benefits package, with a firm that promotes work/life balance and career growth.

To Apply:

For a confidential discussion, full job description, or to apply, contact:

Edinburgh: [phone]

Glasgow: [phone]

London: [phone]

Dublin: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services