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Structured Products Lawyer – Global Private Markets Investment ManagerLocation: LondonWe’re working with a leading global private markets investment manager to find an experienced Structured Products Lawyer to join their growing Structuring Solutions team in London.With over $170bn in AUM and a presence across 23 global offices, this firm is at the forefront of innovation in private markets – and this role is central to the delivery of structured products including CLOs, CFOs, rated feeders, and bespoke solutions for institutional clients worldwide. The position also partners closely with the firm’s Private Credit business, which manages more than $30bn across direct lending, structured credit and liquid strategies.Key responsibilities:Design, develop and execute innovative fund structures across private marketsDraft and negotiate a wide range of legal documentation including offering memoranda, CLO/CFO documentation, credit agreements, IMAs, side letters and moreManage end-to-end structuring processes, working directly with investors, rating agencies, and internal stakeholdersEnsure compliance with global regulations (Investment Advisers Act, AIFMD, Solvency II, etc.)Translate complex financial structures into legal documents, including waterfalls and priority of paymentsStay abreast of regulatory and industry changes and support client-facing teams in pitching and investor presentationsWhat they’re looking for:7+ years' experience in structured finance, ideally within a top-tier law firm, investment bank, or asset managerUK or US qualified lawyer (minimum 5 years’ PQE)Strong experience with CLOs, CFOs, rated feeders and private credit structuringFamiliarity with credit facilities (e.g. ABLs, SPV lending) and associated documentationSolid understanding of global regulatory and tax frameworks, particularly those relevant to insurance and cross-border capital flowsAbility to work across legal, investment, and distribution teams in a high-performance environmentWhat’s on offer:High-impact role in a flat, collaborative and globally integrated teamPerformance-driven compensation model with long-term incentive alignmentFull suite of benefits including private healthcare, pension, sabbatical leave, lunch stipend, and moreInternational exposure and opportunity to lead on complex cross-border structuring initiativesIf you’re looking to transition from private practice or deepen your impact in-house, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of private markets structuring.Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.