Our Essence

Patria is, essentially, a long-lasting and resilient entrepreneurial Partnership, that continually assesses the environment and identifies trends. We quickly adapt our investments and product offering to capture investment opportunities derived from such analysis, delivering consistent results to our clients and creating long-lasting impact for all our stakeholders. We are home to professionals who carry this entrepreneurial spirit as a live and dynamic Partnership, where new members are welcome, and we evolve with their expertise and cultural characteristics. We know how to transform ideas into real business opportunities and are engaged in the development and perpetuation of the Partnership.

About Patria

Patria is made of high performers like you. Behind every result we achieve as a team, there are talented people with unique set of skills: From an entrepreneurial spirit to a high performance mindset. From high-level expertise to a hands-on approach.
It is through these qualities that we have fostered trusting relationships with each of our clients. We proudly highlight our high returns to our investors coupled with our unwavering commitment to ethical values.
That’s why we have been known as the regional and sector specialist in alternative asset management with on-the-ground expertise everywhere we operate. Patria anticipates trends to create long-lasting impact for all our stakeholders for over 35 years. We envision to keep delivering consistent results to better serve our clients.

Legal Director - International funds 

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel and support on matters related to international investment funds, asset management, and cross-border structures.
• Lead the structuring, formation, governance, and dissolution of international funds and cross-border entities.
• Advise and assist in the fundraising process for international funds and investment vehicles.
• Deliver legal guidance for fund financing initiatives and related transactions.
• Develop and maintain global standards for fund formation and fundraising terms, including the preparation of concise reference materials for internal stakeholders.
• Oversee and manage relationships with external legal counsel on all matters pertaining to international funds.
• Support investor relations, fund management, and business teams in the structuring and ongoing maintenance of international investment funds.
• Participate in strategic discussions and decision-making processes regarding the structuring of new products and initiatives.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant legal experience in financial markets, either in-house or at a leading law firm.
• Demonstrated expertise in international and/or regional legal matters, with a strong understanding of cross-border fund structures.
• Proven ability to navigate complex and dynamic business environments.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple teams and jurisdictions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence.

Work Environment:

It isn’t just the performance that matters. We also care about the way we achieve our targets. We see our way of working as a differentiator, which contributes to retain the best team, to establish long-term relationships with clients, to expand to other countries, and to attract investors and partners who allow us to generate superior returns:

1. Ethical

2. Aligned to Our Clients' Objectives

3. Associative and Complementary

4. United by a Purpose

5. Disciplined, Criteria-driven and Hands-on

6. Environment that Fosters High-Performance

Diversity:

At Patria we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.