Funds | 3-5PE | Elite US Firm
The Firm:
A Global Legal Powerhouse – join a prestigious international law firm at the forefront of the legal industry, known for its excellence and innovation. Our client, a leading force in the global legal landscape, boasts an unrivaled Asset Management Practice. This practice serves the dynamic needs of the global asset management industry by providing a comprehensive suite of legal services to a diverse clientele. Clients include US, European, and international financial institutions, hedge fund managers, private equity firms, investment advisers, family offices, and institutional investors.
The Role:
As a Funds Associate, you will be an integral part of a dynamic team embedded within a specialized practice. This team delivers top-tier advice on all facets of funds, managed accounts, and other investment vehicles. You will play a pivotal role in:
- Advising on the structuring, offering, and ongoing operations of hedge funds, funds-of-hedge funds, and related products.
- Representing sponsors and managers of private equity, credit and debt, real estate, and other closed-end funds.
- Assisting clients in organizing and offering investment funds globally, navigating local restrictions, listings, and regulatory filings.
- Covering the full spectrum of derivatives and prime brokerage arrangements, including OTC, listed, and cleared products.
- Addressing regulatory challenges for investment advisers and alternative investment fund managers on a global scale.
- Structuring management companies, carried interest, and compensation arrangements while navigating tax implications.
- Advising on seed and stake deals, spinouts, secondaries, and fund-related transactions.
Our client’s Asset Management Practice is renowned for its extensive experience in regulatory, tax, finance, ERISA, AIFMD, trading agreements, capital markets, and intellectual property.
The Candidate:
The ideal candidate for this Funds Associate role will bring:
- 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in funds law.
- Expertise in fund formation, negotiation of managed accounts, and advisory agreements.
- Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and provide strategic counsel.
- Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- A commitment to professional growth and a desire to contribute to the success of a global legal powerhouse.
If you are interested in hearing more about this role and the funds market in greater detail, please apply or reach out directly.
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