Investment Funds Associate

1 week ago


London Area, United Kingdom 8e072ad8-38ce-4605-bd2a-0d6ac3f29791 Full time £80,000 - £100,000 per year

Private Funds Associate (3–6 PQE) — Leading International Law Firm (London)

Wicker Hamilton has been engaged by a prestigious international law firm to identify a high-calibre Private Funds Associate to join its market-leading London team.

The group represents a diverse range of
private equity sponsors, fund managers, and institutional investors
across all aspects of
fund formation, fund structuring, and capital raising
. The practice advises on the establishment and operation of
buyout, credit, infrastructure, real estate, venture capital, and secondary funds
, with a strong cross-border element involving the
U.S., Europe, and key offshore jurisdictions
.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a
collaborative and intellectually rigorous environment
, advising premier clients on
primary and secondary fundraisings
,
GP-led transactions
,
co-investment vehicles
, and
continuation funds
. The team also regularly supports clients on
regulatory and operational matters
impacting their fund platforms.

The Role

  • Acting for leading
    private equity sponsors
    and
    fund investors
    on fund formation, fund structuring, and investor negotiations.
  • Advising on
    GP-led secondary transactions
    ,
    co-investments
    ,
    continuation funds
    , and
    separately managed accounts
    .
  • Collaborating closely with colleagues in
    tax, regulatory, and transactional teams
    to deliver fully integrated advice.
  • Supporting cross-border fundraising and fund management matters with a strong U.S. and European investor base.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales / United States / New Zealand / Australia with
    3–6 years' post-qualification experience
    gained at a transactional-heavy international law firm or US law firm.
  • Proven experience advising on
    private fund formation
    and
    investment management
    mandates.
  • Strong understanding of
    AIFMD
    ,
    FCA regulations
    , and
    global investor trends
    .
  • Excellent drafting, commercial judgment, and client-facing skills.

Why Apply

This role offers the chance to join a well respected funds platform, advising an elite client base and working alongside highly regarded partners known for their technical excellence and approachable leadership style. The team offers a
balanced culture
, exposure to
high-value mandates
, and genuine
long-term progression prospects
.

Open to UK, US, New Zealand and Australian legally qualified backgrounds subject to relevant experience.



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