Job role: Transactional Services Manager – Private Investment Funds Location: London Sector: Legal Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid working available

Are you a corporate lawyer with Private Investment Funds experience looking to step into a strategic leadership role? We’re working with a prestigious international law firm to find a Transactional Services Manager to join their growing London-based Private Investment Funds (PIF) practice.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead a newly formed Transactional Services Team , supporting high-profile fund clients and driving innovation in legal service delivery.

Key Responsibilities: Build and lead a high-performing team of paralegals and staff attorneys. Develop workflows, playbooks, and precedents for fund transactions (e.g. LP transfers, MFNs, bibling). Collaborate with innovation teams to evaluate and implement legal tech solutions. Oversee staffing, training, and quality control for transactional support. Set pricing models and manage budgets for the team’s services. Deliver training to partners and associates on new processes and tools. Report on progress, risks, and opportunities to senior stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For: Qualified corporate lawyer, ideally with proven experience in Private Investment Funds. Background in a top-tier law firm or equivalent in-house role (Europe). Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent communication and project management abilities. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation in legal services.

Why Apply?

Be part of a global, forward-thinking firm. Influence the future of legal service delivery in the funds space. Work closely with senior leadership and innovation teams. Salary £140,000 - £160,000 + Full Benefits

Application Process: To apply for this role, please submit your CV. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 72 hours, please assume your application has not been successful. We look forward to hearing from you! Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist, connecting legal talent with leading law firms in London and globally for nearly 30 years.