Weil Gotshal & Manges’ London arm has been instructed on a high-profile fundraising for 8 Miles, the Africa-focused private equity house headed by Bob Geldof.

Weil Gotshal recruit Ed Gander – who recently joined the US law firm alongside three other Clifford Chance (CC) partners – has taken the lead role for 8 Miles, a client that has been transferred from CC.