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    We are seeking a legal intern with an interest in the funds space to join our in-house team based in Mayfair, London.

    The successful candidate will be a law student in the process of qualifying in France or England or qualified. Previous in-house or private practice internship experience, ideally with exposure to private equity/venture capital and or funds work, is a plus but not essential. The candidate will possess a strong academic record.

    Job responsibilities

    • Providing legal support on the creation, structuring and management of funds (including UK limited partnerships and Luxembourg structures),
    • Participating in the preparation and drafting of relevant fund documentation,
    • Participating in negotiations with external investors and service providers,
    • Collaborating with and providing legal support to other departments,
    • Assisting and preparing minutes of investment committees and board meetings,
    • Monitoring legal and regulatory developments.

    About you

    Specialised business and technical knowledge:

    • The successful candidate should be able to learn quickly, organize their work effectively and have the ability to adapt to their environment.

    Education and experience:

    • The successful candidate will be a law student in the process of qualifying or qualified in France with a high academic record.
    • Previous legal experience, particular funds experience, is a plus but not essential.

    Communication scope:

    • The successful candidate will have to communicate and interact with the other legal departments of the Ardian Group.
    • He or she will also have to work and liaise with a number of other departments, including Investment teams, Fund Finance, Investor Relations, Tax, and Compliance.
    • He or she will also have to communicate and interact with external legal counsel.

    Regulatory responsibilities

    Conduct Rule Staff:

    • Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements applicable to the role
    • Understand the Individual Conduct Rules set out by the UK Regulator and ensure compliance in letter and in spirit

    Right to work:

    • Please ensure you have the appropriate right to work in the UK i.e. a British passport, settled or pre-settled status under the EU settlement scheme or have obtained a visa which gives you the right to live and work in the UK