Investment Management (Private Funds) Associate 1-3 PQE

The Opportunity

A leading global law firm is seeking an Investment Management Associate (1-3 PQE) to join its European Investment Management Group in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team advising a diverse range of private capital and asset management clients on complex, cross-border fund-related transactions.

The firm is renowned for its sophisticated, pan-European and global advice, delivering innovative solutions across private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and credit funds. You’ll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team with exceptional career development opportunities.

The Role

As an Investment Management Associate, you will:

1. Advise on the structuring, establishment, and operation of pooled capital enterprises, including:
2. Private equity funds.
3. Real estate and infrastructure funds.
4. Credit funds and hedge funds.
5. Managed accounts.

Work on complex fund transactions, including:

1. Fund formation, structuring, and regulatory compliance.
2. Investor negotiations and fund-related corporate matters.
3. Strategic fund investments and joint ventures.
4. Provide sophisticated legal advice on both a pan-European and global scale.
5. Leverage your knowledge of UK and EU fund regulation to advise on fund and asset manager compliance.
6. Manage client relationships and collaborate closely with senior lawyers and partners.
7. Contribute to business development, thought leadership, and pro bono initiatives.

Key Requirements:

1. 1-3 years’ PQE in private funds work, gained at a top-tier funds practice.
2. Strong experience in:
3. Private equity, credit, real estate, infrastructure, or venture capital funds.
4. Fund structuring, formation, and regulatory matters.
5. Investor negotiations and fund-related transactions.
6. Knowledge of UK and EU regulation of funds and asset managers (highly desirable).
7. Excellent client management and interpersonal skills.
8. Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
9. A collegiate, adaptable, and proactive mindset.
10. A strong academic record and legal qualifications in the UK or a similar common law jurisdiction.

Why Join?

1. Top-tier firm with a globally recognised Investment Management practice.
2. Exposure to high-profile, cross-border fund transactions with sophisticated clients.
3. Direct client interaction and opportunities to lead on complex matters.
4. Hybrid working model (Monday-Thursday in the office).
5. Comprehensive training programme, including:
6. Weekly and monthly seminars and workshops led by partners, KC’s, and industry experts.
7. Regular team meetings and corporate know-how sessions.
8. Live video links to seminars across the firm’s global offices.
9. Highly competitive remuneration and benefits package, including:
10. Discretionary year-end bonus and generous base salary.
11. Technology and gym allowance.
12. Private medical insurance and life assurance.
13. Enhanced family leave and flexible hybrid working.
14. 22 days holiday + 3 personal days.
15. Interest-free season ticket loan.