Funds Lawyer - (UK / London)

Avantia Law

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Location: United Kingdom (Remote first or hybrid) Avantia Law is the legal and compliance partner to many of the world’s leading asset managers and private equity firms. We combine extensive sector expertise with proprietary AI-powered workflows to help clients move faster, manage risk, and accelerate their deals. We’re now expanding our funds practice, and we’re looking for a lawyer ready to lead that growth. This is a leadership role from day one - a chance to define how a modern funds practice operates. You’ll shape strategy, guide delivery, and build a team that pairs exceptional legal judgment with innovative execution. The opportunity You’ll: Lead and grow a practice with clear strategic backing from the firm. Work directly with the firms decision-makers, allowing you to move quickly and drive meaningful change. Collaborate with lawyers, technologists, and operations specialists across the firm. Help build the infrastructure for a modern, global funds practice - powered by AI

Requirements

3+ PQE with experience in closed ended funds and LP transfers.
Qualified in England & Wales or US.
Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Strong communication skills and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

Engage with clients directly, providing a full deal review and expert legal advice, ensuring all transfer processes align with client playbooks.
Prepare LP transfer documents, including transfer agreements and subscription documents.
Conduct negotiations based on client playbooks and escalate any issues to the client as needed.
Escalate and resolve any issues or flags during the transfer process.
In collaboration with MD - LP Transfers, support with day to day supervision, training and mentoring junior team members (e.g. Paralegals or more junior lawyers)
Collaborate with our technology team to help us innovate & utilise AI-driven workflow tools in your legal work.
Assist our Growth team with new client pitches when required.

Benefits

25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays
An additional day off for your birthday
Comprehensive Private Healthcare and lots of lifestyle perks with Vitality (medical history disregarded)
Early finish Fridays in the summer
Life Assurance
Pension scheme, enhanced after 1 year service
Enhanced family friendly policies after 1 year service
Option to work from abroad for a max of 1 month per year (subject to policy & approval)

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