Senior Legal & Structuring Counsel

pbRichfox Capital /b is a growing Swiss FINMA-regulated investment manager focused on providing high-end investment services, managing investment funds, and structuring and managing family offices internationally. Our core values of loyalty to our principles, intellectual curiosity, and an ongoing commitment to excellence drive everything we do for our clients. /p h3Position Summary /h3 pbWe are looking for a skilled, proactive, and team-oriented Senior Legal Structuring Counsel /b to join our Zurich office. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for driving the legal structuring of complex investment vehicles, fund structures, and family office solutions across various onshore and offshore jurisdictions, reporting to the Chief Legal Compliance Officer. Additionally, you will oversee corporate legal affairs and regulatory compliance frameworks, and coordinate with external legal and tax advisors. A strong understanding of tax planning principles or succession planning frameworks is considered a strong plus. /p pThis position is ideal for an experienced legal professional with a strong track record in fund structuring, cross-border investment setups, and team leadership who thrives in a dynamic, regulated asset management environment. This role is suitable for a mid-to-senior position with a commitment of 100% (or flexible based on agreement). /p h3Primary Responsibilities /h3 pbPrimary operational focus on driving the legal design and end-to-end structuring of complex investment vehicles, fund structures, and family office setups across onshore and offshore jurisdictions. /b /p h3Detailed Duties /h3 ul liAct as the primary legal structurer, designing, establishing, and executing bespoke fund vehicles, investment platforms, and family office structures across onshore and offshore jurisdictions; /li liDraft, review, and negotiate fund documentation, constituent agreements, client mandates, transaction documents, and corporate contracts; /li liOversee day-to-day legal operations and regularly update the Chief Legal Compliance Officer on legal affairs and risks; /li liProvide legal advisory and structural input on wealth structuring, incorporating tax-aligned principles or succession planning concepts for family offices and HNW/UHNW clients; and /li liManage external legal counsels and specialist advisers across jurisdictions to ensure efficient, high-quality execution. /li /ul h3Base requirements /h3 pDeep expertise and proven track record in cross-border legal structuring of funds and investment vehicles, strong leadership capabilities for department oversight, solution-oriented pragmatic approach, and a spotless professional reputation in regulated financial environments. /p h3Qualifications /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in Law (MLaw / LL.M.) or equivalent legal qualification (qualification as an attorney-at-law is a strong advantage); /li liAt least 5–8 years of relevant experience, with a core focus on legal structuring within an asset manager, family office, investment fund, or top-tier law firm; /li liExtensive hands-on experience in structuring investment vehicles and family office solutions across onshore and offshore jurisdictions; /li liSolid knowledge of tax planning principles or succession planning frameworks is considered a strong plus; /li liProactive, innovative, and flexible work demeanour with excellent time management, leadership, and organizational skills; /li liProven ability to identify and resolve complex issues through lateral and strategic thinking; /li liExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German; and /li liLocation in Switzerland (ability to work daily in Zurich). /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr