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.