Legal Counsel (Private Equity Funds) 7-8 PQE+ - Global Investment Firm

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm is seeking a Legal Counsel specializing in private equity funds in Slough. The role involves managing legal aspects of fund launches and negotiations, supporting the firm's growth in private equity investments. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with strong experience in private equity fund structures and a proactive approach to legal challenges. This position offers a competitive six-figure salary plus a generous bonus package.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• 7-8+ PQE experience at top law firm or in-house in private equity.
• Deep knowledge of private equity fund vehicles, particularly Luxembourg structures.
• Familiarity with AIFMD, SFDR, and SDR.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal workstreams for new fund launches.
• Lead investor negotiations and oversee fund documentation.
• Support transactional legal matters, including due diligence and compliance.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Solutions-focused

Education

PQE England and Wales Qualified Lawyer

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Legal Counsel (Private Equity Funds) 7-8 PQE+ - Global Investment Firm, slough

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Client:

The Stephen James Partnership

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a lawyer with a strong understanding of private equity funds?

Are you looking to join a highly reputable investment firm where you can work on complex, high-value private equity investments while collaborating with a top-tier legal team?

If yes, keep reading ?

Title: Legal Counsel – Private Equity Funds (7-8+ PQE)

Salary: Competitive six-figure base salary with a comprehensive benefits package

Location: London

Client

I am working with a market-leading global investment firm that is highly regarded in the private markets space. With an extensive international presence and a dynamic investment approach, the firm specialises in private equity, private debt, infrastructure, and real estate.

My client is looking for a lawyer with strong experience in working with private equity fund structures, with strong LP-side experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing legal team, supporting the firm’s private equity division on fund structuring, investor negotiations, and transactional legal matters across global markets. The client has substantially grown its AUM over the last 5 years, with a view of doubling their present AUM for the PE business in the next 5 years as well!

The Role

• Managing legal workstreams for new fund launches and bespoke mandate structures.
• Advising on private equity fund structures, with a focus on Luxembourg-based vehicles and global investment strategies.
• Leading investor negotiations and liaising with external counsel.
• Reviewing and overseeing fund documentation, including LPAs, subscription agreements, and offering materials.
• Supporting the investment team on transactional legal matters, including due diligence, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance.

The Profile

• 7-8+ PQE England and Wales qualified lawyer with experience at a top international law firm and or in-house experience within private equity.
• Our client is happy to consider candidates outside of this PQE range.
• LP side experience required.
• Deep technical knowledge of private equity fund vehicles, including Luxembourg structures.
• Strong understanding of investment structures and global private equity transactions.
• Familiarity with key regulatory frameworks such as AIFMD, SFDR, and SDR.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills, with experience leading investor discussions.
• A proactive, solutions-focused team player with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Competitive six-figure salary + generous bonus

If you’re interested, please apply below or email me at [emailprotected] . We also offer a generous referral scheme, so if you know someone who would be a great fit, feel free to share my detail