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Greyhound Capital

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Job summary

Greyhound Capital is seeking a Senior Counsel to be the go-to legal operator, overseeing investment execution and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 6 years PQE in corporate law, demonstrating strong judgment and a pragmatic mindset. This role offers an opportunity to influence key business decisions in a fast-growing equity firm.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus

Pension contribution

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Bright, modern office with bicycle storage and shower facilities

Qualifications

Minimum 6 years PQE in corporate law.
Preferred background in private equity.
Experience supporting venture capital or growth equity transactions.

Responsibilities

Drive review, negotiation, and execution of investments.
Oversee firm's compliance program and fund documents.
Manage employment matters and corporate law matters.

Skills

Legal Judgement & Issue Spotting

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Education

Qualified solicitor barrister

Corporate law background from a top-tier law firm

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Greyhound is an emerging, research-driven growth equity firm founded on the belief that building enduring companies is one of the hardest challenges in business — and only a select few can achieve it. We specialize in identifying these exceptional companies as early as possible and earning the privilege to support them on their journey toward lasting greatness.

As one of the fastest-growing asset classes in private markets, there is an opportunity to build a world-class growth equity firm from the ground up. Our mission is to achieve market leading investment returns through a concentrated portfolio of enduring growth companies. Now investing from our third fund, we’re still in the early stages of our journey, but our vision is clear: to become the preferred partner for companies poised to compound their revenue, profits, and reputation over the long term.

With $1.4B in assets under management on behalf of institutional investors, non-profits, and individuals, we’ve already backed standout companies like Revolut, Guideline, Marqeta, Deliveroo, Brex, Toss, TravelPerk, N26, Weee!, Satispay, DriveWealth and Metronome.

OUR CULTURE AND OPERATING PRINCIPLES

Having studied what builds the most enduring companies, we firmly believe that the success of any business lies in the quality of its people and the firm’s culture. We employ this philosophy when partnering with talented entrepreneurs and equally when building our own business.

We challenge ourselves to set world-class standards and focus on creating meaningful, long-term impact rather than chasing short-term wins or personal recognition. In building our business, we prioritize depth over breadth, committing to doing a select few things exceptionally well and always striving for improvement—whether in ourselves, our team, or the value we deliver.

When faced with challenges, we take a thoughtful, analytical approach, looking beyond quick fixes to deeply understand the problems at hand. Our decisions are guided by data, first principles, and reason, as we build solutions designed to compound over time. We value direct and authentic communication, believing that candid dialogue leads to better decisions. Our teams remain lean and composed of carefully selected individuals who thrive together. By staying resourceful, executing with discipline and focus, we create lasting impact while avoiding wasted effort.

About the company

THE FIRM

OUR CULTURE AND OPERATING PRINCIPLES

About the role

We are looking to strengthen our team with a Senior Counsel. You will be the go-to legal operator across the business, driving investment execution, overseeing compliance (SMF16/17), managing employment-related matters, and coordinating fund and portfolio-level legal work. You will work closely with deal teams, finance, and external counsel to keep things moving fast and risk smart. This role reports directly to CEO, bringing strong judgment, a pragmatic mindset, and the ability to translate legal complexity into clear, actionable advice.

Key responsibilities:

Drive the review, negotiation and execution of investments supported by external counsel
Drive the terms, formation and negotiation of Fund IV supported by external counsel
Lead firm’s compliance program and adherence to fund documents incl. oversight of external vendors
Responsible for all employment matters and maintain carried interest structures
Own and drive general corporate law matters including commercial contracts

The ideal candidate

We are looking for someone deeply passionate about Greyhound and the role’s mission with the right ingredients to be an A star in the role. Throughout the interview process, we will assess how well you demonstrate the desired role competencies as well as your fit with our operating principles.

The ideal candidate therefore is / has

Experience:

Minimum 6 years PQE with a background in corporate law from a top-tier law firm
Candidates joining from other private equity firms are also considered
Track-record of supporting venture capital or growth equity transactions is preferred
Global mindset through various international or cross-border experiences

Skills:

Legal Judgement & Issue Spotting
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Stakeholder Management
Problem Solving

Fit with operating principles:

Set the Bar High(er): Sets ambitious goals and repeatedly produces impressive high-quality work by seeking to continuously improve themselves, the team, and the firm through rapid iterations
Thoughtful Problem Solvers: Loves to research and solve complex problems with rigor and efficiency by relying on logic, data and first principles and by becoming an expert in new topics, skills and technologies
Build Enduring Growth: Comfortable seeking quality over quantity. Focusing on deep, lasting partnerships for the long haul by prioritizing LPs and portfolio companies
Lean A Star Team: Achieves best results when working collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, goal-oriented team where everyone cares intensely about Greyhound’s success
Impact over Ego or Champagne: Values impact over titles, logos or egos and takes responsibility to get things done, never feeling like that’s not their job or blaming external factors when things go wrong

Why this is an exceptional opportunity

Join a firm where legal is central to the business and directly influences investment and firm-building decisions
Work closely with leadership and the investment team on high-profile, global transactions and firm initiatives
Help shape the legal and operational foundation of a fast-growing investment firm
Be part of a high-performance, entrepreneurial culture where ownership and impact are rewarded

BENEFITS

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
Pension contribution
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Medical, dental, and life insurance
Bright, modern office with bicycle storage and shower facilities

By submitting this application, I confirm that all the information given by me in this application for employment and any additional documents attached hereto are true to the best of my knowledge and that I have not wilfully suppressed any material fact. I confirm I have disclosed if applicable any previous employment with Greyhound Capital. I accept that if any of the information given by me in this application is in any way false or incorrect, my application may be rejected, any offer of employment may be withdrawn or my employment with Greyhound Capital may be terminated summarily or I may be dismissed. By submitting this application, I agree that my personal data will be processed in accordance with Greyhound Capital's Candidate Privacy Notice

Seniority level

Seniority level
Director

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Legal

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