A leading international law firm is seeking an Associate to join its Edinburgh‑based Investment Funds team. The team advises a broad range of asset managers—from large institutions to emerging firms—and a variety of investor clients, including pension funds, insurers, and banks.
This role sits within the firm’s corporate division and offers exposure to a broad range of UK and international funds work. Working as part of a collaborative, globally connected team, the successful candidate will assist with fund structuring, fund formation, investor due diligence, regulatory matters, and wider corporate transactions in the asset management sector.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Draft and negotiate fund documentation, including limited partnership agreements, side letters, and related fund materials.
2. Prepare documentation for the establishment of new fund managers or advisers, including shareholder and LLP agreements.
3. Review fund materials for institutional investors and prepare clear, client‑focused due‑diligence reports.
4. Draft and negotiate investment management agreements, administration agreements, and other service provider contracts.
5. Contribute to capital markets work for listed funds, including IPOs, follow‑on fundraisings, and schemes of arrangement.
6. Develop specialist expertise across both transactional and advisory investment funds work.
7. Maintain and grow client relationships while supporting business development and thought leadership initiatives.
8. Collaborate with colleagues across the funds, regulatory and corporate teams to deliver high‑quality client service.
This role is well‑suited to a lawyer with approximately 2–5 years’ PQE, although applications from more senior candidates will be considered. Strong experience in private and/or listed funds work is essential, along with excellent drafting skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to work independently where appropriate.
The successful candidate will join a globally recognised firm offering high‑quality work, international exposure, and the chance to develop specialist funds expertise. The firm supports professional growth through structured development opportunities and values a collaborative, inclusive working culture. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, along with hybrid working arrangements.
If this position could be of interest, please contact Teddie or Cameron for a confidential initial discussion. (Assignment 18323)