Senior Associate – Asset Management Transactions (5–8 PQE)

Senior Associate – Asset Management Transactions (5–8 PQE)About the OpportunityA leading global law firm is seeking a highly qualified Senior Associate to join its market-leading Asset Management Transactions practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions across the global asset management and financial services sector.The team advises on the full spectrum of corporate transactions involving asset managers, investment funds, broker-dealers, financial advisors, and other ancillary financial services businesses. With deep industry expertise, strong regulatory capability, and a truly global platform, the practice supports clients in navigating complex transactions while managing risk and achieving strategic business objectives.The PracticeThe team works across the US, Europe, Middle East, and Asia, advising a diverse client base including asset managers, private equity firms, GP staking firms, banks, insurance companies, other financial institutions, founders, management teams, and boards of directors.Core areas of work include:Asset management M&A and investment fund transactionsFull buy-out and control transactionsMinority GP stakes transactionsJoint venturesManagement team spin-outs, lift-outs, and carve-outsCorporate restructurings, separations, and succession planningContinuation fund transactionsPreferred equity solutionsStructured and synthetic secondariesLP portfolio salesNAV financingsStrip sales and tender offersInvestment regulatory, enforcement, and compliance mattersThe RoleThis position is suited to a 5th through 8th year associate with strong experience in asset management M&A, particularly GP stakes and control transactions.Key responsibilities include:Advising clients on complex M&A transactions involving asset managers and investment platformsLeading GP stakes and control asset management transactionsSupporting joint ventures, carve-outs, restructurings, and strategic investmentsAdvising on liquidity solutions including continuation funds, preferred equity, and secondaries transactionsWorking closely with clients on transaction structuring and executionCollaborating across multidisciplinary teams on regulatory, financing, and strategic mattersCandidate ProfileMinimum 4 years’ experience in asset management M&A from a leading law firmStrong experience in GP stakes and control asset management transactionsExposure to sophisticated private equity and investment fund structuresExcellent drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skillsStrong academic credentialsCommercially minded with excellent client-facing skillsAbility to manage complex cross-border matters in a fast-paced environmentWhy ApplyJoin a top-tier global Asset Management Transactions practiceWork on some of the most sophisticated transactions in the marketExposure to leading sponsors, financial institutions, and investment platformsCollaborative international platform with high-quality deal flowOutstanding long-term career progression opportunities