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Senior Legal Counsel – Operational Management

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A leading Private Equity fund renowned for its professionalism and market expertise.
We manage complex, multi-layered structures, including holding companies, trusts, foreign jurisdictions, and large-scale investment projects.

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced legal professional to play a pivotal role in managing shareholder legal matters and corporate structures, while contributing to the fund's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Corporate Structuring:
  • Provide comprehensive legal support for restructuring, deoffshorization, and optimization of corporate structures.
  • Trust and International Entities Management:
  • Oversee the administration and governance of trusts and foreign companies, developing innovative solutions for their efficient operation.
Inheritance Matters:
Manage complex shareholder inheritance cases, including cross-jurisdictional issues.
Long-Term Incentive Programs (LTI):
Provide legal support and structuring for LTI programs.
Financial Transactions and M&A:
Assist with legal support and structuring of deals involving financial instruments, including M&A and investment projects.
Closed-End Investment Funds (CEIF):
Advise on CEIF management and documentation preparation.
New Investment Initiatives:
Ensure legal support for new investment projects and engage with key stakeholders.
Candidate Requirements:
Experience and Expertise:
  • Minimum 8 years as a senior legal counsel or advisor.
  • Experience in Private Equity funds, HNWI family offices, large holding companies, or consulting (Big 4 or top-tier law firms).
Education:
A law degree from a leading Russian or international university.
Skills and Competencies:
  • Proven expertise in optimizing and restructuring corporate structures.
  • Solid knowledge of trust management, foreign entities, and CEIFs.
  • Deep understanding of financial instruments and transactions, including M&A.
  • Familiarity with legal aspects of inheritance law.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to and navigate regulatory changes.
Personal Qualities:
  • A proactive "can-do" attitude with creative, out-of-the-box thinking.
  • High efficiency and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.
  • Analytical and structured thinking.
  • Genuine interest in global economic and political developments.

Pls feel free to contact us at:
ebogomolova@protalentlab.com
cv@protalentlab.com