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Funds Associate (Irish Lawyers of particular interest) - Cravath Scale Law Firm

  • Location:

    London

  • Sector:

    Private Practice

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Contact:

    Jonathan Skerrett

  • Contact email:

    jonathan@rutherfordsearch.com

  • Contact phone:

    020 3778 0891

  • Job ref:

    SKJ34892_3

  • Published:

    1 day ago

  • Expiry date:

    2024-12-20

​Role Overview

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Fund Formation Associate to join their growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a build-out from the ground up with strong support from a well-established US parent company. The role offers a unique chance to work closely with highly regarded lawyers and be integral to the expansion and success of the firm's funds practice in the EMEA region.

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Main Duties

Key responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist in the formation and structuring of various types of investment funds.

  • Advise on regulatory matters including AIFMD, UCITS, and other relevant regulations.

  • Significant exposure to clients/pitching and strategy.

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Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor (UK or Ireland) with 1-4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with a strong background in fund formation or regulatory work with a funds emphasis.

  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to engage in varied work.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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Culture and Environment

  • Genuinely friendly, proactive, and collegiate work environment. No sharp elbows!

  • The team values mentorship, learning, and growth for Associates with a high level of ownership and social engagement.

  • Flexible working hours focused on getting the job done, with a supportive and collaborative team dynamic.

  • Be part of building a practice from day one with strong mentorship from senior lawyers.

  • Engage in a breadth of funds and regulatory work, not just formations.

  • Opportunity to work in a strategic and expanding practice area with significant momentum and vision.

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For more information about this position, please get in touch with Jonathan Skerrett.
Email: jonathan@rutherfordsearch.com
Phone: 020 3778 0891
Reference Code: 34892

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Rutherford is a specialist legal search firm in the UK and US, recruiting lawyers across both in-house and private practice.