Associate - Funds (5PQE+) Elite US Law Firm, London

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An elite US law firm, boasts a top-tier, global funds practice that is building out its established London team. As a mid-senior funds lawyer, you will gain exposure to the highest quality assignments and benefit from working closely with an interesting and varied client base. This is a newly created role reflecting the strong pipeline of deals generated by partners at the top of their game.

They distinguish themselves from a number of their US peers by fostering a very team-centric empathetic culture with few sharp elbows.

The role will involve close collaboration with clients, as well as working alongside other specialist teams within the firm and they are looking for someone comfortable with a level of autonomy without the need for close supervision, who can hit the ground running.

The Funds practice group serves virtually every type of investment fund and investment manager, as well as many other market participants.

Advising on the structuring, establishment/formation and operations of a range of fund types across GP and LPs.

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Requirements

An experienced funds lawyer, probably currently practicing in London at a Magic Circle, Silver Circle, international or peer US firm, with a strong academic background.

5PQE +

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For more information about this position, please get in touch with Jonathan Skerrett.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020 3778 0891
Job ID: AP0041

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