Gilbert + Tobin has advised Australian private equity firm Five V Capital on the first and final closing of its fifth core fund, “Five V Fund V”, comprising of $770m in capital commitments. Supported by Five V Capital's loyal existing investors and new global institutional investors, the fund aims to serve as a stable source of long-term capital for top-tier businesses in Australia and New Zealand. 

The G+T team was led by partner Judy Hsu, with support from senior lawyer Rob Newham, and lawyers Jeremy Tjeuw, Nina Mao, Jessica Zhang and Kelly Cai.  

Judy said: “We are very proud to have assisted Five V Capital on a successful first and final closing of Fund V. The fund was heavily oversubscribed by existing investors and new international investors, which is particularly impressive during a challenging fundraising environment. It is a reflection of Five V’s high-performing reputation and track record.” 

G+T has a longstanding relationship with Five V Capital having advised on the formation of all of its previous private equity funds, venture capital funds and its new open-ended product, Five V Horizons Fund. 

Five V Capital, a certified B Corporation is a leading, growth-focused private equity and venture capital firm in Australia and New Zealand. Five V’s unique investment approach is underpinned by a philosophy of alignment and is reflected in the Five V Capital team being the largest investors across its funds. For more information about Five V Capital, please visit Five V’s website or LinkedIn.