Private Funds Lawyer Infrastructure

About this role

BlackRock is a global leader in investment management, risk management and advisory services for institutional and retail clients. The firm manages trillions of dollars in assets on behalf of investors worldwide and serves clients across a broad range of strategies, including public and private markets. BlackRock helps clients meet their goals through a comprehensive platform that includes separate accounts, mutual funds, iShares® (exchange-traded funds), and alternative investment solutions. The firm also provides risk management and technology services through BlackRock Solutions®.

BlackRock’s Legal and Compliance department partners with business teams to develop investment products and solutions that comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. The team is responsible for negotiating agreements with investors, intermediaries and service providers; advising on product development and lifecycle matters; overseeing regulatory matters; establishing policies and procedures; and supporting strategic business initiatives across the platform.

We are seeking an experienced private funds lawyer to join the EMEA Legal team, with a primary focus on supporting BlackRock’s infrastructure funds and related private markets products. This role will focus on advising on the structuring, launch, and ongoing operation of infrastructure strategies across the platform, working closely with investment, product, tax, and distribution teams.

The successful candidate will have strong exposure to European and global infrastructure fund structures and will play a key role in supporting the continued growth and innovation of BlackRock’s private markets business.

·         Advising on the structuring, formation, and launch of infrastructure funds across multiple jurisdictions, including Luxembourg, Ireland, Cayman Islands and United States

·         Drafting, reviewing and negotiating fund documentation and offering materials

·         Managing external counsel in connection with fund formation and ongoing matters

·         Partnering with business, product, tax, compliance and operations teams to deliver new products

·         Providing legal support on fundraising and distribution activities

·         Advising on governance matters, including AIFMs, general partners and fund boards

·         Analysing and advising on regulatory frameworks including AIFMD and SFDR

·         Supporting the development and scaling of internal processes

·         Solicitor qualified in England and Wales (or equivalent), typically 5–8 years’ PQE

·         Strong experience advising on private market funds, with infrastructure exposure preferred

·         Familiarity with European regulatory frameworks including AIFMD and SFDR

·         Strong commercial judgement and ability to provide practical legal advice

·         Excellent communication skills

·         Ability to work across functions in a fast-paced environment

·         Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

·         Experience managing external counsel

·         Strong relationship-building skills

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.