Mid-Level Associate, Private Funds - US Elite law firm, London

Rutherford Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an Associate in London with 3-6 years PQE to join a highly respected private funds team. The role involves fund formation, advising on co-investment vehicles, and regulatory matters, offering close collaboration with industry experts. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and experience in a top UK or US law firm.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years PQE experience in fund formation or related asset management.
• Experience in fund structuring within a leading UK or US law firm.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all aspects of fund formation.
• Advising on co-investment vehicles and single-LP arrangements.
• Assisting with regulatory and operational matters.
• Working with clients on carry structures and incentive schemes.

Skills

Excellent technical skills

Collaborative approach

Strong commercial acumen

Education

Qualified in England and Wales

Job description

Role Overview

My client's private funds team in London offers a standout opportunity for an Associate, with 3-6 years' PQE, seeking to work at the forefront of fund formation across a wide spectrum of alternative investment strategies. The team is led by a highly respected Partner who advises on the structuring and ongoing operation of market-leading fund platforms. This role is ideal for candidates keen to develop their career within a technically strong, commercially astute and well-connected practice.

Practice & Clients

The team acts for many of the world's most prominent fund sponsors and asset managers, supporting them on the full lifecycle of private funds - including primary fundraising, co-investments, bespoke single-investor structures and the design of incentive schemes such as carry and GP commitments. Clients include global private equity houses, infrastructure managers, credit platforms and long-term capital investors, with mandates spanning Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. Recent fundraises handled by the group have exceeded €25 billion, reflecting the scale and prestige of the client base.

Responsibilities

• Supporting on all aspects of fund formation
• Advising on co-investment vehicles and single-LP arrangements
• Assisting with regulatory and operational matters
• Working with clients on carry structures and incentive schemes

Candidate Profile

You will possess excellent technical skills, a collaborative approach and strong commercial acumen. Experience in fund formation, fund structuring, or related asset management work gained withing a leading UK or US law firm. You will be qualified in England and Wales and be approximately 3-6 years' PQE.

Career Development & Opportunities

This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier funds platform with direct exposure to a blue-chip client base and complex structuring work. Associates benefit from close collaboration with a Partner who is recognised across the industry for expertise in the alternative investment space.

For more information about this position, please contact Lucinda Mueller (Youtan).

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