Part-time Legal Counsel | Private Equity & Funds

In a leading Africa-focused private equity firm, this role is pivotal in providing pragmatic, commercially focused legal support across an expansive investment platform. As a key interface between internal commercial sponsors and external counsel, the successful candidate will drive legal execution for complex transactions, fund structuring, and corporate governance. This position offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to manage sophisticated cross-border work streams within a high-output, collaborative environment. This opportunity offers part-time and hybrid working as an Independent Contractor for approximately 6 months, to be reviewed thereafter. Key Responsibilities Transaction & Investment Support: Lead the execution of private equity transactions, including secondary market solutions, co-investments, and GP-led processes; review and coordinate critical documentation such as LPAs, subscription agreements, and side letters. Legal Project Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external legal counsel, scoping mandates to ensure cost-effective delivery while monitoring legal budgets and maintaining quality consistency. Fund & SPV Management: Support the structuring and ongoing legal maintenance of funds and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), specifically focusing on Cayman and Mauritius jurisdictions. Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to international regulatory frameworks and coordinate legal processes with internal KYC/AML teams to maintain robust governance. Governance & Secretarial Oversight: Coordinate Management Committee and Board processes, including the drafting of resolutions and minutes, while ensuring all statutory records meet audit and compliance standards. Requirements Qualified Lawyer (admitted in a common law jurisdiction such as South Africa, the UK, or equivalent). 5–10+ years of post-qualification experience specifically within private equity, investment funds, or high-level corporate law. Direct experience with Cayman Islands and Mauritius fund structures (beneficial) Strong familiarity with LP/GP dynamics, fund structures, and secondary transactions. Proven ability to operate independently in a lean, technical team while managing multiple concurrent work-streams. Background in cross-border transactions across African markets. Previous exposure to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks within an investment context. Required Software Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with Virtual Data Rooms (VDRs) for transaction management. Collaborative tools (e.g., Slack, Monday.com, or similar project management software). Benefits Independent Contractor, approximately 6-month period, to be reviewed thereafter). 50% of standard working hours (Flexible hours available).