Funds Associate – No Targets | Early Client Contact | US Firm (1–3 PQE) in London Area

Job description

Work directly with clients from day one. No billable hours target. A genuinely supportive team with elite international exposure.

A leading US firm is hiring a Funds Associate (1–3 PQE) for its high-performing, close-knit London team. You’ll be part of an international platform recognised for profitability, progression, and culture – collaborating with partners in New York and Paris on a range of fundraisings, secondaries, and investor-side work.

All conversations are 100% confidential – no CV needed to start.

What makes this role different

• Direct client contact on secondaries and investor-side deals
• Work on funds ranging from $50m to $21bn – not just mega-fund admin
• Tight-knit team culture with international visibility
• No billable hours target – associates average 1,600–1,800
• Career development is taken seriously – no “sink or swim” culture

What you’ll be doing

• Advising on private capital fundraisings and institutional investments
• Leading fund reviews and secondaries negotiations
• Building skills across tax, regulatory, and core transactional work
• Gaining early client contact and cross-border experience

Who we’re looking for

• 1–3 PQE from a City, Silver Circle, or international firm
• Funds experience ideal – corporate lawyers open to pivoting are welcome
• Strong legal thinking, commerciality, and collaborative mindset

What’s on offer

• US-level salary (base + bonus)
• No billing target
• Additional rewards for high-impact performance

How to express interest

Please contact me in the way that suits you best:

gemma@walkerlovell.com

Message me directly on LinkedIn

Or discreetly on WhatsApp: 07496 409803

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-11-2025

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