Senior Associate – Funds Solicitor (Asset Management)

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Associate to join the Funds team of an international law firm in Dublin. The successful candidate will advise clients on the creation, structuring and management of a broad range of investment funds, including private equity, hedge, venture capital and real‑estate vehicles.

Key responsibilities

• Advise on the structuring and establishment of investment funds, recommending optimal legal forms such as limited partnerships and ICAVs.
• Prepare, review and negotiate fund documentation to ensure compliance with investor expectations and market standards.
• Conduct legal research on regulatory frameworks, including AIFMD, MiFID and other European securities laws.
• Assist with applications for regulatory authorisation by the Central Bank of Ireland for AIFMs, fund administrators and related entities.
• Provide legal support for debt‑issuance vehicles and capital‑markets matters.
• Deliver strategic advice on fund governance, fiduciary duties and operational best practices.
• Support fund transactions such as mergers, acquisitions and restructurings, including due‑diligence and post‑transaction integration.
• Collaborate with internal teams, fund managers, investors and regulators while contributing to business development and knowledge sharing.

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 4 years post‑qualification experience in funds law.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex fund structures and regulatory authorisations.
• Strong client‑facing skills and experience mentoring junior lawyers.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of AIFMD, MiFID and other European securities regulations.
• Experience drafting and negotiating fund documentation.
• Ability to conduct detailed legal research and provide commercial‑focused advice.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Bonus and pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Hybrid working model
• Continuing professional development and CPD support
• Gym membership, bike‑to‑work scheme and travel tax‑saver tickets
• Opportunities for international work assignments