Private Equity Funds Associate/Senior Associate

Are you a motivated Private Equity Funds solicitor with 4 - 8 years PQE, looking to join an award-winning, progressive Private Equity team? Progress your legal career in this Top US law firm, best known for big-ticket transactional work in the upper market.

The Firm

This leading US-headquartered firm operates as a truly global practice, with offices spanning the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and strong ties across the Asia-Pacific region, including Singapore and the PRC.

A full-service powerhouse, the firm is recognised across 30 Legal 500 practice areas, including corporate, commercial litigation, real estate, restructuring, environment, and competition law. Which is a testament to the breadth and quality of its offering.

Technology and innovation sit at the heart of the firm's strategy, yet its people remain its greatest asset. In recent years, it has attracted high-calibre talent from leading UK and US firms, while continuing to develop and promote homegrown partners - striking a balance that few firms achieve.

The culture is widely regarded as supportive, collaborative, and entrepreneurial. This is a place where individuals at every level are genuinely encouraged to thrive. Senior associates are empowered to take on real responsibility, shape their own career trajectories, and contribute meaningfully to the success of their department.

The Team

You would be joining an award-winning Private Funds team, consistently recognised in both the Legal 500 and Chambers, and named "Law Firm of the Year" in consecutive years. Part of the firm's global Asset Management & Investment Funds platform of 150+ lawyers, the team is ranked for expertise across the full private equity and funds lifecycle.

Led by a market-leading head of Private Funds in London, this is a team that takes career development seriously - your growth and progression will be a genuine priority from day one.

The team advises fund sponsors at every stage of the private equity and venture capital journey, from emerging managers raising US$10 million through to institutional funds in excess of US$5 billion. Helping to structure, launch and operate funds across jurisdictions and asset classes.

With a truly global advisory footprint, the team delivers regulatory, distribution, and investment management guidance, collaborating across practices to provide seamless solutions to complex fund challenges worldwide.

The Role

This is an opportunity for a Private Equity Funds solicitor to join a one-of-a-kind firm that has an impressive global footprint of clients. Providing you an opportunity to grow and develop within an award-winning, inclusive and collaborative department.

As part of the highly respected Private Funds team, you will advise fund sponsors on all aspects of private equity and venture capital funds across the UK and internationally. This spans the structuring and launch of funds, including main funds, parallel vehicles, and co-investment platforms, through to leading the drafting and negotiation of key fund documentation and investor side letters.

You will build and develop client relationships with leading sponsors on complex, cross-border mandates, gaining exposure to prestigious investor negotiations, market-leading terms, and evolving industry trends.

The role also offers the opportunity to advise on ongoing fund operations, including regulatory and governance matters, carried interest and incentive structures and strategic projects such as spin-outs, secondaries, and next-generation fund launches.

As an Associate/Senior Associate, you will be a key member of a busy, high-performing, and collegiate team. You will work closely with partners on complex matters, play an active role in developing client relationships and collaborate across the firm's practice groups on multi-disciplinary transactions.

There is a genuine commitment to your long-term progression here. You will be encouraged to take on significant responsibility, take lead on some matters, contribute to business development and support the supervision and development of junior lawyers. All within a structured, supportive environment that is genuinely invested in your future.

Requirements

• 4 - 8 years PQE (England & Wales) Solicitor with Private Equity funds experience within a top City, US or International law firm.
  • An excellent academic record is desirable.
• Excellent drafting and legal research skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (including strong presentation skills).
• Ability to get on with clients, colleagues and support staff and work as a collaborative team player.
• Organised, responsible and able to work effectively in situations of high pressure.

This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious, well-respected firm and become a valued member of a high-performing Private Equity Funds team. Your work will be recognised, appreciated and play a visible role in the success of the team. While offering the chance to develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility in a collaborative environment.

Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch with Charlie Simpkin/Sophie Avery for a confidential conversation!