Legal Advisory Expert – Investment Funds - Remote

Overview

The Legal Advisory Expert will provide guidance to a first-time fund manager in Africa, focusing on investment fund negotiations and governance structuring.

In Short

• Part-time remote engagement for a Legal Advisory Expert.
• Focus on investment fund management and governance.
• Assist with term sheet review and negotiation strategies.
• Support policy development and governance structuring.
• Provide practical fund-facing advisory.
• Experience with private equity and venture capital funds required.
• Knowledge of African fund structures preferred.
• Contract duration estimated at 2-4 weeks.
• Immediate start preferred.
• Remote work with time zone alignment to East Africa.

Requirements

• Significant experience with private equity and venture capital funds.
• Experience supporting fund managers through investor negotiations.
• LP-side experience advantageous.
• Familiarity with fund term sheets and governance frameworks.
• Law degree (LLB or equivalent) preferred.
• Ability to work independently under tight timelines.
• Strong communication skills.
• Pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on impactful projects in emerging economies.
• Flexible remote working arrangement.
• Short-term engagement with immediate start.
• Collaboration with experienced professionals in the field.
• Gain experience in investment fund governance and advisory.