Private Funds Associate (Lawyer)

About the Company

An elite US law firm is seeking a high-calibre Investment Funds Associate (2–5 PQE) to join its market-leading London team. This is a standout opportunity to work within one of the largest and most active global funds practices, advising on complex, high-value fund formations and secondaries transactions across multiple asset classes. The London office acts as a key hub for the firm’s international funds platform, offering exposure to cross-border work alongside leading teams in the US, Europe, and Asia.

About the Role

You will advise leading fund sponsors and asset managers on a broad range of matters across the full fund lifecycle, including:

• Structuring and establishing private investment funds
• Advising on carried interest, co-investments, and investor arrangements
• Working on continuation funds and secondary transactions
• Supporting complex cross-border fund launches
• Advising on regulatory and operational aspects of fund management

The role offers exposure to a wide range of asset classes, including Private Equity, Credit, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Venture Capital and Secondaries transactions. You will work closely with a highly experienced partner group and be part of a large, well-resourced team with strong internal support and collaboration across offices.

Responsibilities

• Advise leading fund sponsors and asset managers on a broad range of matters across the full fund lifecycle.
• Work on structuring and establishing private investment funds.
• Provide advice on carried interest, co-investments, and investor arrangements.
• Support complex cross-border fund launches.
• Advise on regulatory and operational aspects of fund management.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ PQE from a leading City, US, or international law firm.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in private funds / investment funds work.
• Excellent drafting and technical skills.
• A collaborative, low-ego approach.
• A stable and considered career trajectory.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a large, high-performing and diverse team with a strong international presence.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative and inclusive culture with a focus on teamwork.
• Significant cross-border exposure and integration with global offices.
• Strong mentorship and clear progression opportunities.

Pay range and compensation package

Top US market salary and bonus. Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Private medical, dental, life insurance & income protection
• Generous pension contributions
• Enhanced parental leave
• 25+ days annual leave

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.