EMEA Legal Counsel - Assistant Vice President (Fintech)

TL;DR

EMEA Legal Counsel - Assistant Vice President (Fintech): Representing private funds sponsored in EMEA with an accent on fund formation, marketing, structuring, and distribution. Focus on drafting and negotiating fund documents, side letters, and placement agreements to support the expansion of the alternative investment ecosystem.

Location: Lisbon, Portugal. Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days remote

Company

hirify.global is a high-growth financial technology company reshaping the alternative investment ecosystem.

What you will do

• Draft and negotiate agreements with sophisticated fund managers and leading distribution agents.
• Review and prepare private fund offering materials, partnership agreements, and legal documentation.
• Coordinate with outside legal counsel on regulatory, corporate, and fund investment issues.
• Execute new business initiatives and launch fund structures as the company evolves.
• Drive legal projects to ensure results are delivered on-time and on-budget.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of fund formation experience within the Investment Management space (Private Equity and Hedge Funds).
• Qualified in Luxembourg, UK, New York bar, or another jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourg corporate structures and regulatory matters.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage complex concepts in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940, Investment Advisers Act of 1940, and Securities Act of 1933.
• Knowledge of fund and cross-border regulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment where innovation is driven by in-person interaction.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).
• Unique opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a growing international business.