Legal Intern - January 2026 | London

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a legal intern with an interest in the funds space to join our in-house team based in Mayfair, London for a six-month (full-time) internship (from January 2026 to June 2026).

The successful candidate will be a law student in the process of qualifying in France or England or qualified. Previous in-house or private practice internship experience, ideally with exposure to private equity/venture capital and or funds work, is a plus but not essential. The candidate will possess a strong academic record and is proficient in English.

Job Responsibilities:

• Providing legal support on the creation, structuring and management of funds (including UK limited partnerships and Luxembourg structures).

• Participating in the preparation and drafting of relevant fund documentation.

• Participating in negotiations with external investors and service providers.

• Collaborating with and providing legal support to other departments.

• Assisting and preparing minutes of investment committees and board meetings.

• Monitoring legal and regulatory developments.

Specialised business and technical knowledge:

• The successful candidate should be able to learn quickly, organize their work effectively and have the ability to adapt to their environment.

Education and Experience:

• The successful candidate will be a law student in the process of qualifying or qualified in France with a high academic record.

• Previous legal experience, particular funds experience, is a plus but not essential.

Communication Scope:

• The successful candidate will have to communicate in English and interact with the other legal departments of the Ardian Group.

• He or she will also have to work and liaise with a number of other departments, including Investment teams, Fund Finance, Investor Relations, Tax, and Compliance.

• He or she will also have to communicate and interact with external legal counsel.

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