Private Markets Fund Counsel

Job Description
 

As a Legal Counsel in our Private Markets Investment Solutions team you will play a key role in designing, structuring, and delivering the firm’s closed-ended private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real estate funds, fund-of-funds or separate managed accounts offerings. In this role, you will be driving projects from concept to launch and continuously enhancing our product lineup. You will orchestrate internal and external stakeholders to deliver scalable, robust offerings that align with market expectations.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Design and implement structuring solutions that meet specific investor, legal, regulatory, and tax requirements across jurisdictions; champion scalability, and operational resilience;
• Lead the structuring of complex investment funds typically domiciled in Luxembourg, Ireland, Delaware, Cayman Islands, etc.;
• Lead cross‑functional project delivery—from concept to launch—coordinating with investment management, client relationship management, middle‑office/operations, risk & compliance, and legal; set clear milestones and drive decisions;
• Negotiate commercial and legal agreements with investors, law firms, administrators, banks, brokers, custodians/depositaries and other service providers; manage service‑level expectations and economics;
• Continuously enhance existing product suite by iterating terms, processes, and investor communications, including ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• A law degree from a top university is required. Additional qualifications such as an LL.M. or a degree in business administration are considered advantageous;
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in product structuring for private markets, ideally within an in-house position at a financial institution. Additional experience gained in a law firm is a strong asset;
• Strong legal drafting skills and a good understanding of the operational implications of the fund products;
• A solid understanding of the private market fund terms and legal and regulatory requirements of investment structures. A good understanding of German investors and insurance regulations and of investment tax matters is a strong advantage;
• Proven track record in the design and development, negotiation, and operational implementation of complex fund and client mandate structures with a strong commercial mindset;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a strong ability to perform under pressure;
• Capable of managing complex projects involving numerous stakeholders notably in the U.S., Germany, Luxembourg and Ireland;
• English and German on a proficient level, including advanced legal drafting skills;
• You are a collaborative team player but also have an independent working style; you focus on pragmatic solutions with sufficient attention to the details and maintain a strong client service orientation at all times.

What you can expect

• We provide modern working conditions, including work-from-home options, flexible hours and a home office allowance to ensure staff members have a work environment equipped with the latest technology;
• A diverse culture founded on mutual respect, teamwork and appreciation awaits you at LGT Capital Partners. We go the extra mile to generate impact;
• We empower and invest in you: your professional development and personal growth are our priority. We offer various internal and external training opportunities that are aligned with your ambitions and our business needs. If you are interested, you can also enhance your German or English language skills;
• We are proud to be owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein and our company is inspired by its entrepreneurial spirit;
• Commitment to ESG: our approach to business is influenced by the Princely Family’s long-term perspective. Sustainability is key for us and has shaped our actions since 2002;
• You benefit from favorable terms and conditions if you wish to participate in LGT Capital Partners’ investment programs or to use LGT banking products and services.

Contact Information
 

If you are interested in becoming an integral part of a successful alternative investment management team in an international, multicultural working environment we will be pleased to get to know you soon.
For further information please contact us.

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