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Legal Counsel, Schroders Capital Private Equity

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Schroders

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have 7-8 years PQE in private equity law, expertise in various fund structures, and knowledge of AIFMD, SFDR, and SDR.
  • You will manage legal workstreams for fund launches, lead investor negotiations, oversee external counsel, and liaise with internal teams on compliance and transactional activities.

Requirements

  • Demonstrable PQE (7-8 years) gained in private equity / private assets funds team in a leading City or international law firm or in-house within the private equity industry
  • Deep technical expertise with a range of private equity funds (including Luxembourg structures) and underlying investments globally
  • Working knowledge of key features AIFMD, SFDR, SDR

Responsibilities

  • Project managing the legal workstreams of new funds and mandate launches for the Schroders Capital Private Equity business;
  • Participate in discussions with the Private Equity Product Management team to refine new product ideas and working alongside internal Tax team to identify appropriate fund and management structure and outline fund terms;
  • Participate in Private Equity product life cycle management
  • Lead investor negotiations and work alongside external counsel to manage the investor negotiation process;
  • Lead the internal legal review of fund documentation prepared by external lawyers;
  • Oversee external lead counsel who perform the legal due diligence of underlying investments to ensure consistency across the Schroders Capital Private Equity business
  • Liaise with external lead counsel, internal Tax and Legal Execution team to support investment transactional activity, such as establishment of investment holding companies and other SPVs
  • Respond to MFN elections, consents and other corporate actions in liaison with the Business.
  • Participate in internal project working groups and coordinate with further functional teams within Schroders Capital Private Equity and the wider
  • Schroders group, such as Compliance, Risk Management, Client Group, Fund Operations and Finance;
  • Other ancillary tasks such drafting or reviewing term sheets, engagement letters, intra-group agreements etc.;
  • Act as legal key stakeholder and manage relationships with the Private Equity business globally; and
  • Liaise with and provide support to other asset class pillars within Schroders Capital.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Legal Counsel position at Schroders Capital Private Equity?

The main focus is to manage all legal aspects of the private equity fund and product structuring process, investment process, and adjacent corporate and contractual matters.

What are the key responsibilities of the Legal Counsel role?

Key responsibilities include project managing legal workstreams for new fund launches, leading investor negotiations, overseeing external legal counsel, and participating in internal project working groups.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A demonstrable PQE of 7-8 years is required, gained in private equity/private assets funds in a leading law firm or in-house within the private equity industry.

Is a working knowledge of any regulatory frameworks necessary for this position?

Yes, a working knowledge of key features such as AIFMD, SFDR, and SDR is required.

What personal qualities are desirable for a candidate applying for this role?

The ideal candidate should be flexible, adaptable, collaborative, possess a positive attitude, and thrive under pressure, while maintaining high integrity and a clear desire for success.

Where is the legal team for this position based?

The legal team is primarily based in London, with additional locations in Zurich, Jersey, Luxembourg, and Shanghai.

What types of clients does Schroders Capital serve?

Schroders Capital serves both institutional and private wealth clients.

Does Schroders Capital have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, diversity and inclusion are strategic priorities for Schroders, and the company promotes an inclusive culture, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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Schroders

Finance
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1804
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As a global investment manager, we help institutions, intermediaries and individuals across the planet meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. But as the world changes, so do our clients’ needs. That’s why we have a long history of adapting to suit the times and keeping our focus on what matters most to our clients. Doing this takes experience and expertise. We bring together people and data to spot the trends that will shape the future. This provides a unique perspective which allows us to always invest with conviction. We are responsible for £737.5 billion (€831.3 billion/$887.2 billion)* of assets for our clients who trust us to deliver sustainable returns. We remain determined to build future prosperity for them, and for all of society. Today, we have 6,100+ people across six continents who focus on doing just this. We are a global business that’s managed locally. This allows us to always keep our clients’ needs at the heart of everything we do. For over two centuries and more than seven generations we’ve grown and developed our expertise in tandem with our clients’ needs and interests.

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