Experienced Investment Funds Lawyer (m/f/x)

Allen & Overy LLP

Allen & Overy is a leading global law firm operating in over thirty countries. We work on some of the most challenging and important deals and have built a reputation for delivering exceptional legal solutions that help our clients grow, innovate and thrive. The legal industry is changing, and we’re committed to leading that change, putting our people first, embracing new ways of thinking and integrating technology into our everyday work. Our culture is one of high-performance and we have high expectations of one another, in everything we do. Being a proud team player is essential. We work together, listen and learn from one another and achieve results we could never achieve on our own. When you join our team, you’ll become part of a flexible, inclusive environment underpinned by openness and consistent support for one another. At A&O, you’re not only valued for what you do, but for who you are. We have a powerful commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and we’re working hard to create an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work. We know that to excel, we must nurture an environment where our people feel they belong. Department purpose The Investment Funds Department advises clients in relation to the structuring and setting up of regulated funds (UCITS, Part II UCIs, SIFs and SICARS ) and unregulated funds (such as limited partnerships and RAIFs) for institutional and non-institutional investors covering all main asset classes from equity, bonds, derivatives and structured products for liquid funds to real estate, infrastructure, credit, private equity andventure capital in the alternative space. Our lawyers are also advise institutional investors ranging from pension funds, investment funds, development finance institutions and sovereign wealth funds on their investments in Luxembourg investment vehicles and on the review and negotiation of their investment terms. Advising fund service providers and setting up investment fund managers also constitutes a core activity of the team. You will join a dynamic Tier 1 team and firm deeply involved in the promotion of the Luxembourg industry that can draw on its global reach due to Allen & Overy’s integrated global network. Our team’s positioning is to act as main counsel for asset managers advising on their global strategies and funds, in constant collaboration with our local offices and best friend law firms around the world. We offer a diverse,friendly and truly international working environment, attractive compensation and benefits as well as real career perspectives. Role purpose We are currently looking for Experienced Investment Funds Lawyer (m/f) Role and responsibilities You will work in a truly diverse environment and on cross-border projects You will benefit from first-class legal and soft skills training that will greatly contribute to your career and personal development You will work in a highly collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment, and you will be part of a team that helps you learn and succeed Key requirements You have at least five years’ experience in Funds in a law firm You are fluent in both written and spoken English and French You have strong technical and writing skills Who we are looking for You are dynamic, proactive and have excellent communication skills You are both a leader and a team player You have a sense of responsibility and are committed to producing quality work Fast-thinking & a self-starter? If you like taking initiative, and think and act like an entrepreneur, we are the right place for you! If your profile fits the above description, send us your CV and cover letter.
Posted
Title
Associate
Practice Areas
Corporate
Specialties
Investment Funds, Fund Formation
Experience
5+ years
Type
Law Firm