Practice Group Lawyer - Funds & Private Equity - #2086153

This is an exciting opportunity for a Funds & Private Equity Practice Group Lawyer to join a professional services organisation specialising in the legal sector. The role requires expertise in fund structuring and regulatory matters, with a focus on delivering exceptional client solutions.

Client Details

This opportunity is with an elite, US-headquartered international law firm, widely recognised as a leader across global legal markets. With a substantial presence across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, the firm is known for its high-performing, commercially focused teams and its ability to deliver complex, cross-border mandates for a blue-chip client base.

Its London office has established itself as a key part of the firm's international platform, offering a full-service, multidisciplinary practice. The team advises major UK and international clients on sophisticated domestic and cross-border matters across corporate, funds, finance, real estate and disputes, amongst other areas.

Description

The firm is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to support a high-performing practice group specialising in private capital, funds and corporate transactions.

This is a strategic role focused on driving the team's knowledge agenda, supporting fee earners with best-in-class know-how and ensuring the practice remains at the forefront of market and legal developments.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Monitoring legal, regulatory and market developments relevant to the team and its clients
• Supporting the development and growth of the practice through technical expertise and knowledge sharing
• Managing and enhancing the team's suite of precedents, templates and research materials
• Designing and delivering training programmes and technical updates
• Supporting broader knowledge and innovation initiatives within the firm

The team advises on a wide range of sophisticated matters, including:

• Fund formation (closed-ended and open-ended structures across multiple jurisdictions)
• Platform investments and GP stakes
• Joint ventures and programmatic partnerships
• Carried interest and co-investment arrangements
• Secondaries transactions, including GP-led deals
• Complex M&A and strategic transactions involving real assets and fund managers

• Assess and respond to the knowledge needs of the practice
• Collaborate with innovation teams to implement legal technology and client-facing tools

• Contribute to client initiatives, including seminars, workshops and thought leadership

• Draft and coordinate articles and publications
• Track legal and market developments and disseminate insights to the team
• Identify emerging trends and strategic opportunities

• Identify training needs and deliver tailored learning programmes
• Support lawyers in accessing and utilising knowledge resources

• Develop and maintain market-leading precedents, templates and guidance notes
• Manage and enhance internal knowledge systems and materials

• Provide ongoing knowledge support and contribute to team initiatives and meetings

Profile

A successful Funds Practice Group Lawyer should have:

• A qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales or an equivalent jurisdiction.
• Strong expertise in fund structuring and regulatory matters within the legal industry.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal transactions and documentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Job Offer

• Qualified lawyer (England & Wales) with experience gained at a leading law firm
• Background in private equity, real estate funds or corporate transactions preferred
• Experience drafting and negotiating relevant transaction documents
• Prior PSL or knowledge experience advantageous, but not essential

• Excellent drafting, research and organisational skills
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Proactive and confident working with senior stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Interest in knowledge management, training and innovation
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales
• Strong academic background (minimum 2:1 or equivalent)