VP Legal Counsel – Private Funds (4-6 PQE)

Vice President - Legal Counsel (Private Funds)
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.
Key Responsibilities

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.

About You
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.

What's on Offer

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.