Legal Counsel
Run Capital Partners is looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join its team in Milan with the possibility of moving to Dubai on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will support the group‘s international investment and corporate activities, with particular emphasis on English law, Luxembourg investment structures and cross-border transactions involving the UK, Europe and the Middle East. Working closely with senior management, investment professionals and external legal advisers, you will be involved in a broad range of legal matters, contributing to both day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives. We are looking for someone with strong technical skills, a pragmatic approach and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic international environment. Investment Funds and Corporate Structuring ~ Support the establishment, structuring and governance of Luxembourg investment vehicles and holding structures, including RAIFs, SCSp partnerships and SOPARFIs, as well as UK corporate entities. ~ Assist in structuring and implementing international investment arrangements, working alongside external counsel and relevant service providers. ~ Draft, review and negotiate fund documentation, limited partnership agreements (LPAs), shareholders’ agreements (SHAs), side letters and other corporate and commercial agreements. ~ Provide legal support on private equity investments, acquisitions, disposals, co-investments, joint ventures and financing arrangements. ~ Assist in managing legal aspects of transactions from initial structuring and negotiation through execution and completion.
~ Identify and assess legal and contractual risks, proposing practical solutions aligned with commercial objectives. ~ Regulatory and Compliance ~ Support legal and regulatory matters involving AIFMD, applicable CSSF and FCA requirements, and AML/KYC obligations. ~ Coordinate with compliance professionals, fund administrators, AIFMs and external advisers to support the group‘s regulatory obligations. ~ Assist with legal and regulatory matters involving the UAE, including DIFC and ADGM frameworks where applicable. ~ Legal Management and Advisory ~ Provide practical legal advice and support to senior management and investment teams. ~ Coordinate with external legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring quality, efficiency and cost control. ~ Support the development of internal legal policies, governance procedures and contractual standards. ~ Assist in assessing complex international legal matters and developing commercially focused solutions. Essential Qualifications and Experience ~ University degree in Law from a recognised institution. ~ Minimum five years of relevant professional experience in corporate law, investment funds, private equity or financial services.
~ Experience gained within an international law firm, investment management business, financial institution or corporate legal department. ~ Good working knowledge of English-law commercial and corporate documentation and/or Luxembourg investment fund structures. ~ Experience in cross-border transactions and working with international legal advisers. ~ Strong legal drafting, negotiation and analytical skills. ~ Excellent command of written and spoken English. Desirable Qualifications and Experience ~ Professional qualification as a lawyer in England and Wales, Luxembourg or another relevant jurisdiction. ~ Practical experience in the establishment and operation of Luxembourg investment funds, particularly RAIFs and SCSp structures. ~ Experience working with alternative investment managers, private equity firms, family offices or international investment groups. ~ Knowledge of UAE corporate and financial regulatory environments, particularly DIFC or ADGM. ~ Additional language skills, particularly French or Italian. An opportunity to work on sophisticated international investments and cross-border transactions. A meaningful legal role with exposure to international investment activities and strategic projects. Close collaboration with senior management, investment professionals and experienced external advisers. A competitive remuneration package, with performance-related incentives and benefits commensurate with experience. UAE employment visa, medical insurance and relocation assistance where applicable.
~ Identify and assess legal and contractual risks, proposing practical solutions aligned with commercial objectives. ~ Regulatory and Compliance ~ Support legal and regulatory matters involving AIFMD, applicable CSSF and FCA requirements, and AML/KYC obligations. ~ Coordinate with compliance professionals, fund administrators, AIFMs and external advisers to support the group‘s regulatory obligations. ~ Assist with legal and regulatory matters involving the UAE, including DIFC and ADGM frameworks where applicable. ~ Legal Management and Advisory ~ Provide practical legal advice and support to senior management and investment teams. ~ Coordinate with external legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring quality, efficiency and cost control. ~ Support the development of internal legal policies, governance procedures and contractual standards. ~ Assist in assessing complex international legal matters and developing commercially focused solutions. Essential Qualifications and Experience ~ University degree in Law from a recognised institution. ~ Minimum five years of relevant professional experience in corporate law, investment funds, private equity or financial services.
~ Experience gained within an international law firm, investment management business, financial institution or corporate legal department. ~ Good working knowledge of English-law commercial and corporate documentation and/or Luxembourg investment fund structures. ~ Experience in cross-border transactions and working with international legal advisers. ~ Strong legal drafting, negotiation and analytical skills. ~ Excellent command of written and spoken English. Desirable Qualifications and Experience ~ Professional qualification as a lawyer in England and Wales, Luxembourg or another relevant jurisdiction. ~ Practical experience in the establishment and operation of Luxembourg investment funds, particularly RAIFs and SCSp structures. ~ Experience working with alternative investment managers, private equity firms, family offices or international investment groups. ~ Knowledge of UAE corporate and financial regulatory environments, particularly DIFC or ADGM. ~ Additional language skills, particularly French or Italian. An opportunity to work on sophisticated international investments and cross-border transactions. A meaningful legal role with exposure to international investment activities and strategic projects. Close collaboration with senior management, investment professionals and experienced external advisers. A competitive remuneration package, with performance-related incentives and benefits commensurate with experience. UAE employment visa, medical insurance and relocation assistance where applicable.