Legal Counsel – Private Equity

About the role

We are looking for a Legal Counsel to join the Schroders Capital Private Equity legal team in Zurich. The role will support the structuring and launch of private equity funds and mandates, primarily for German‑speaking clients, and will work closely with product, tax, and operations teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and project‑manage the legal workstreams for new fund and mandate launches.
• Partner with Private Equity Product Management to shape product innovation and define fund structures.
• Conduct structuring discussions and negotiate legal terms with investors.
• Draft and review term sheets, engagement letters and other contractual documents.
• Participate in internal project groups and coordinate with Compliance, Risk Management, Client Group, Fund Operations, Finance and Treasury.
• Maintain strong relationships with external counsel and other stakeholders.

Required profile

• Qualified lawyer with experience in private equity fund structuring.
• Proven ability to manage multiple legal workstreams and projects.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Based in Zurich and able to work on‑site.
• Strong collaboration skills across cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• Legal drafting and review.
• Negotiation of fund and mandate agreements.
• Knowledge of private equity regulations and market practices.
• Project management of legal processes.