VP Legal Counsel - Private Funds ( PQE) in London - Oliver James

Location: London (Hybrid)

A leading global private markets investment manager is seeking an experienced funds lawyer to join its high-performing legal team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a sophisticated, internationally focused legal function supporting the full lifecycle of private investment funds, from product development and structuring through fundraising, investor on-boarding and ongoing fund management.

Working closely with investment professionals, investor relations, tax, compliance and external counsel, you'll play a key role in delivering complex cross-border fund launches while acting as a trusted commercial adviser to the business.

• Advise on fund structuring and product development for new investment vehicles.
• Lead legal aspects of fund formation, fundraising and investor on-boarding.
• Draft, review and negotiate fund documentation, including LPAs, PPMs, subscription agreements and side letters.
• Coordinate fund launches across multiple jurisdictions.
• Advise on regulatory developments affecting private funds.
• Work closely with senior internal stakeholders and manage external legal advisers.
• Provide ongoing legal support across existing fund platforms.

You'll be a qualified lawyer with approximately 4-6 year's PQE gained either within a leading international law firm or an established investment manager.

You'll have strong experience advising on private investment funds, ideally within one or more of the following areas:

• Private Equity
• Private Credit
• Real Estate Funds

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge of fund structuring and fundraising.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Commercial judgement and stakeholder management experience.
• The ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• A collaborative approach and desire to work closely with the investment business.

• Opportunity to join a globally recognised investment platform.
• Exposure to sophisticated international fund structures.
• High-profile, commercially focused legal work.
• Collaborative and supportive culture.
• Excellent long-term career progression.
• Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

To discuss this opportunity confidentially, please apply or contact us directly for further information.