Alternative Funds Lawyer, Associate
Active / Open Until Filled
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Active / Open Until Filled
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Date posted
September 8, 2026
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
London
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Salary
£65,000 - £120,000 /year
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Career level
Entry to Mid Level
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Experience
2 – 4 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Alternative Funds Lawyer, Associate, based out of their corporate offices in London, United Kingdom. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
Macquarie Asset Management is a global specialist asset manager delivering expertise across infrastructure, renewables, agriculture, real estate, and public market strategies. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Drawing on your alternative funds expertise, you will support the legal aspects of private credit fund formation, fundraising activity and client platforms across infrastructure credit, direct lending, collateralised loan obligations and other long-term income strategies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to the role will involve helping to structure funds and separately managed accounts, with a primary focus on European fundraising for a global investor base.
- There will also be opportunities to support high net worth and more retail-focused vehicles, as well as contribute to the continued growth of the firm Asset Management’s Credit and Insurance platform.
- As part of a dedicated group of private funds lawyers, you will collaborate with colleagues across Credit and Insurance, legal, governance and investment teams.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- 2-5 years of experience in alternative funds, ideally gained through private fund launches in EMEA, with exposure to credit funds and separately managed accounts being helpful rather than essential.
- A strong foundation in European asset management regulation, together with the curiosity and judgement to apply technical knowledge in a commercial, solutions-focused way.
- Exposure to cross-border fund structures, with a clear interest in developing further expertise in this area.
- Established knowledge in European private funds law, from either private practice or an in-house environment, with the ability to build strong working relationships across legal and business teams.
- Confidence working with external counsel and internal stakeholders, balancing attention to detail with a practical approach to delivery.
- An appetite to learn, grow and contribute to a developing Credit business, supporting new initiatives and building expertise across private credit and alternative investment products.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.
