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About this role About BlackRock 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®. Legal and Compliance 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. Role Description 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. Primary Responsibilities - 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 Skills & Requirements - 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
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