Job Description
Our client, a premier Irish law firm, seeks to hire a talented Funds Associatewith 2-5 years post-qualification experience to its highly regarded Investment Funds team in Dublin. This role offers an excellent opportunity for funds lawyers coming from Ireland, London, the Channel Islands, BVI, or Cayman to work on groundbreaking transactions and gain exposure to a wide range of investment funds. Key Responsibilities Advise on the establishment, authorisation, and management of a variety of investment funds, including UCITS, QIAIFs, REITs, hedge funds, private equity funds, loan funds, and real estate funds. Provide legal guidance on regulatory matters, including Central Bank approvals and compliance. Work closely with international clients such as investment banks, financial institutions, and asset management companies. Manage high-profile, complex transactions, including fund redomiciliation, multi-manager UCITS funds, and first-of-their-kind transactions in Ireland. Collaborate with client teams and lead on structuring, drafting, and negotiating fund documentation. What This Role Offers Opportunity to work with one of Irelands longest-established and most innovative funds groups. Exposure to high-profile transactions and first-of-their-kind projects in the Irish market. Significant career development opportunities, including mentoring and a structured path to Of Counsel or Partner level. Support for alternative working arrangements to promote work-life balance. A collaborative and supportive environment with a focus on professional growth. Market leading salary and benefits package. Candidate Profile Solicitor qualified in Ireland, the UK, or in another Common Law jurisdiction with 2-5 years PQE in investment funds law. Experience advising on the establishment and operation of investment funds, including UCITS and alternative investment funds. Strong knowledge of the regulatory environment and experience with Central Bank of Ireland approvals is highly desirable. Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills. A strong team player with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Client-focused with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If this sounds like something you would like to learn more about, please contact Bryan Durkan, or apply via the link below today. All conversations with, and applications through, Spencer Lennox are strictly confidential. Skills: Funds Solicitor Funds Lawyer Asset Management Lawyer Funds Benefits: Market Leading Salary Performance Bonus Signing Bonus Health Insurnace Pension Hybrid Working