Lawyer, Investment Funds

Join DLA Piper's Investment Funds team in Luxembourg and advise leading asset managers, institutional investors and fund sponsors on a broad range of investment fund matters. Our team advises on the structuring, establishment, fundraising, operation and restructuring of investment funds across private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate, private debt strategies and the digital assets sectors.

As lead counsel on many of our mandates, we play a central role in supporting clients throughout the lifecycle of their international fund structures and cross-border investment activities.

This opportunity is particularly suited to lawyers who have developed a solid foundation in investment funds and regulatory matters and are looking to broaden their experience on complex international matters.

Working as part of an international team, you will collaborate with colleagues across jurisdictions, advise a sophisticated client base and contribute to high-profile fund projects. You will benefit from direct exposure to experienced partners, structured professional development and the opportunity to build your network across DLA Piper's global platform. Our culture is built on collaboration, quality and a commitment to delivering practical solutions that help our clients achieve their objective.

Main duties and responsibilities

Areas of responsibility will include, but are not limited to:

• Advise clients on the structuring, establishment and operation of regulated and unregulated investment funds
• Draft, review and negotiate fund documentation, constitutional documents and commercial agreements
• Support fundraising activities and advise on investor-related matters
• Advise on the regulatory and operational aspects of investment funds and management companies
• Assist with fund restructurings, reorganisations, secondary transactions and co-investment arrangements
• Participate in legal and compliance projects affecting investment funds and asset managers
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups and international offices to deliver integrated client solutions
• Contribute to client development initiatives, market engagement activities and knowledge-sharing projects

About you

We welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience in investment funds, asset management, and regulatory matters. This role is generally suited to lawyers who have developed their expertise through approximately 2-4 years of post-qualification experience in an international law firm or comparable environment. The successful candidate will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Qualification (or imminent qualification) as a lawyer in Luxembourg or another European jurisdiction
• Experience advising investment funds, management companies, investment advisors or other financial sector participants
• Knowledge of Luxembourg investment funds and asset management frameworks
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Working knowledge of French and/or German would be an advantage
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work within deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders
• Interest in contributing to client development and business development initiatives

We work with a select panel of preferred recruitment partners and are not seeking additional agency support. We asked recruitment agencies to refrain from sending unsolicited candidate profiles.

About us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.