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A global alternative investment firm with approximately $25 billion in assets, focused on a range of lending strategies across different asset classes.
The role
As the senior member of the Legal team based in London, you will support investment, fundraising, and group activities across the European business. You will serve as a key partner to senior stakeholders, including investment professionals and capital formation teams.
Key responsibilities
1. Work with the investment team throughout the lifecycle of investment transactions to identify and address material legal issues.
2. Draft and negotiate agreements such as loan or credit agreements, receivables purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, guarantees, indemnification agreements, and purchase and sale agreements.
3. Collaborate with the US team to support fundraising initiatives in Europe.
4. Coordinate with external counsel on fund formation processes, including reviewing private placement memoranda and limited partnership agreements, negotiating side letters, and closing funds.
5. Develop a strong understanding of fund structures.
6. Oversee governance of management company entities.
7. Manage a team member, another lawyer.
Experience requirements
* Broad experience in credit or lending transactions, preferably across multiple European jurisdictions.
* At least seven years of legal experience, with a background in private fund management.
* In-house industry experience is highly preferred.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear back, your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches other opportunities, a consultant will contact you.
About Simmons & Hanbury
Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist infrastructure search firm that sources top talent for clients worldwide. Based in London with an office in New York, we serve prestigious organizations across financial services, commerce, industry, and professional services. Our services include executive search, interim solutions, and market intelligence in Legal, Compliance, Corporate Governance, and Human Resources.
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