Private Funds Associate 1+ PQE

Rutherford Search; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Private Funds Associate to join its dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to work on high-value mandates across diverse asset classes, including credit, private equity, and real estate. You will play a key role in advising on the structuring, formation, and fundraising of private investment funds, providing valuable support to sponsors and managers. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with strong technical abilities and excellent communication skills, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about private funds and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 1+ years PQE in a top-tier funds practice.
• Strong experience in fund formation, structuring, and fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Advise on structuring, formation, and operation of private investment funds.
• Support sponsors and managers across various asset classes.

Skills

Fund Formation

Structuring

Fundraising

Drafting Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

About the job

Our Client

Our client, a leading US law firm, is seeking a Private Funds Associate (1+ PQE) to join its high-performing team in London. The firm advises a broad range of asset managers and sponsors on complex private funds matters and offers the opportunity to work on high-value mandates across multiple asset classes.

The Role

You will advise on the structuring, formation, fundraising, and operation of private investment funds, co-investment vehicles, and segregated mandates. The role involves supporting sponsors and managers across asset classes including credit, private equity, infrastructure, real estate, and venture capital.

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 1+ years’ PQE gained in a top-tier funds practice in London.
• Strong experience advising on fund formation, structuring, and fundraising.
• Exposure to a range of asset classes preferred.
• Excellent technical ability, with strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Well-organised and capable of managing multiple matters.

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Luzaan De Wit.

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