Job Openings Senior Corporate Lawyer, Private Equity Fund

About the job Senior Corporate Lawyer, Private Equity Fund

We are seeking an experienced and business-minded Senior Corporate Lawyer to join a dynamic team supporting a Private Equity Fund and its two portfolio companies. This role is based in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with a primary legal focus on AIFC (Astana International Financial Centre) law.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive legal support to the Fund across all stages of its operations, including structuring, compliance, investor relations, and transactional work.
  • Act as lead legal advisor for two portfolio companies, handling day-to-day corporate matters, governance, commercial contracts, and regulatory issues.
  • Ensure full compliance with AIFC regulations and coordinate with external counsel when necessary.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including investment agreements, shareholder agreements, and financing documents.
  • Work closely with senior management, investment teams, and other stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
  • Anticipate legal risks and proactively develop solutions to mitigate them.

Requirements:

  • Law degree from a reputable university; admission to practice law in Kazakhstan or another recognized jurisdiction.
  • Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in corporate law, ideally with exposure to private equity or investment funds.
  • Solid understanding of AIFC regulations and cross-border legal frameworks.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.
  • Fluent professional English and Russian (both written and spoken).
  • Team-oriented mindset with high professional ethics and business acumen.