Private Funds & Asset Management Funds - Large International Firm (4-9PQE) in City of London

Job description

Overview

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Associate to join its Asset Management & Private Funds group. The team advises asset managers and investment funds on the structuring, establishment, and operation of a wide variety of private fund vehicles, both closed-ended and open-ended, across a broad range of alternative investment strategies. The work also covers associated regulatory and compliance matters impacting both funds and their managers.

In addition, the practice has a strong investor-side capability, advising institutional investors — including sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, and other large-scale investors — on commitments to funds, bespoke co-investment structures, and related legal and regulatory considerations. The group operates on a cross-border basis, working closely with colleagues and clients in multiple jurisdictions on international asset management matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate fund documentation such as private placement memoranda, limited partnership agreements, and constitutional documents
• Prepare and advise on investment management agreements, depositary agreements, brokerage/clearing agreements, and similar contracts
• Advise on key asset management regulatory frameworks, including AIFMD and MiFID, developing deep regulatory expertise in support of client needs
• Combine transactional and advisory work across a wide variety of UK and international clients
• Manage client relationships, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard
• Contribute to business development activities and knowledge sharing within the team

Key Requirements

• MUST BE ENGLAND AND WALES QUALIFIED
• 4-9PQE

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

23-08-2025

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English