Financial Services Regulation & Funds – Senior Associate / Director – London
A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate / Director to join its growing Financial Services Regulation & Funds team in London.
This role offers the chance to advise a broad range of clients – from investment managers and private equity sponsors to fintechs and government entities – on complex fund formation and regulatory matters across the UK and key offshore jurisdictions.
The Role
* Structuring and launching private equity, hedge, credit and alternative funds.
* Advising on AIFMD, FCA rules, SFDR, and international regimes.
* Drafting and negotiating fund documents and investor agreements.
* Managing cross-border mandates and external counsel.
* Supporting governance and regulatory strategy for clients.
About You
* England & Wales qualified, with 7+ PQE in fund formation and financial regulation.
* Strong knowledge of UK and international regimes (AIFMD, FCA, SFDR, offshore frameworks).
* Experience across jurisdictions such as UK, Ireland, Luxembourg, Cayman, BVI or Channel Islands.
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with experience at a leading firm, fund manager or service provider.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine responsibility, client exposure and genuine career progression within a highly collaborative and ambitious team.