Managing Associate - Hedge Funds - 5-10 Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm is seeking a Managing Associate with 5-10 years' PQE to join its Hedge Funds team in Bristol. The successful candidate will work on hedge fund formation, regulatory matters, and bespoke fund structures, engaging with a sophisticated client base. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, providing opportunities for development towards partnership and exposure to market-leading work.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Pension contributions

Private medical insurance

Learning and development programmes

Structured development pathway towards partnership

Supportive, inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' PQE in hedge funds or investment management.
• Expertise in offshore domiciles like Ireland or Luxembourg.
• Experience advising asset managers and financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Advise on the formation and launch of hedge funds.
• Draft and negotiate fund documentation.
• Support clients with regulatory and tax matters.
• Advise on fund finance matters and bespoke structures.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of hedge fund formation

Excellent drafting skills

Commercial, client focused mindset

High levels of motivation and ambition

Job description

Managing Associate - Hedge Funds - 5-10 Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £80,000 to £160,000 (DOE)

A leading international law firm is seeking a Managing Associate with 5-10 years' PQE to join its highly regarded Hedge Funds team in Bristol. This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a top tier practice advising fund managers, institutional investors and financial institutions across the full spectrum of hedge fund structures, asset classes and jurisdictions.

The Role

• Advising on the formation and launch of open ended hedge funds across multiple jurisdictions
• Drafting and negotiating fund documentation, including LPAs, IMAs, side letters and service provider agreements
• Supporting clients with regulatory and tax considerations, including AIFMD, MiFID II and cross border marketing regimes
• Advising on fund finance matters such as subscription and NAV facilities
• Working on bespoke structures including funds of one, parallel vehicles and joint ventures
• Assisting with global fund registrations and compliance processes
• Negotiating IMA/SMA arrangements for institutional managers
• Providing strategic, commercially focused advice to a sophisticated asset management client base
• This role offers exposure to market leading work and the opportunity to develop deep expertise in hedge fund formation and investment management regulation.

Candidate Requirements

• 5-10 years' PQE in hedge funds, investment management or wider funds work
• Strong technical knowledge of hedge fund formation, ideally including offshore domiciles, Ireland or Luxembourg
• Excellent drafting skills and a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks
• Experience advising asset managers, financial institutions or investment platforms
• A commercial, client focused mindset with confidence engaging in business development
• High levels of motivation, energy and ambition to grow a long term practice
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse and inclusive team

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses and private medical insurance
• Pension contributions and a comprehensive benefits offering
• A hybrid working model (minimum three days in office)
• Access to extensive learning and development programmes
• A structured Managing Associate development pathway supporting progression towards partnership
• Opportunities to work from other offices or client locations to broaden experience
• A supportive, inclusive culture with active social and sports committees

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*