Funds Lawyer

Axiom Talent Platform; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services provider in Greater London is seeking an experienced Funds Lawyer to lead fund structuring and distribution. The role involves providing legal guidance, drafting contracts, and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions. Ideal candidates have over 4 years of experience in fund formation and are UK qualified. This position offers a competitive compensation package and the flexibility to work onsite, remotely, or in a hybrid model.

Benefits

Health benefits

Pension

Professional development resources

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Funds Lawyer.
• UK qualified (or equivalent) with experience in U.S./International law.
• Proven experience in fund formation and distribution.
• Familiarity with UCITS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Fund structuring and distribution of various investment funds.
• Provide strategic legal guidance on fund-related matters.
• Draft and negotiate legal documents related to fund operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for innovative solutions.

Skills

Time Management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Legal Research

Banking

Computer Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft Excel

Underwriting

Phone Etiquette

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Funds Lawyer to work with leading financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Fund structuring, Fund formation and Fund distribution of various types of investment funds.
• Provide strategic legal guidance on fund‑related matters to optimize compliance and operational efficiency.
• Draft and negotiate various legal documents related to the fund including those related to investment terms, investor agreements, management agreements and other contractual arrangements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative legal solutions and support business objectives.
• Knowledge of international fund structures (such as U.S. and Luxembourg) also a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years experience working as a Funds Lawyer.
• UK qualified (or equivalent) working with U.S./International law firms ranked by the Legal 500.
• Proven experience in fund formation and distribution with a strong legal background.
• Expertise or familiarity with UCITS (Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities) regulations.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to provide clear concise legal advice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams.

Compensation, Benefits & Location

This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, pension and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiom provides the opportunity to work remotely, onsite or hybrid depending on client requirements.

Axiom is the global leader in high‑calibre on‑demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe and APAC we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today's business landscape with best‑in‑breed alternative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ Equality earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom's legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form please contact us and include Applicant Accommodation in the subject line.

Axiom Global Limited is a company registered in England and Wales.

Registered number: Registered Office: Challoner House, 3rd Floor, 19-21 Clerkenwell Close, London UK EC1R 0AA.

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Key Skills

• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Communication skills
• Computer Skills
• Microsoft Word
• Banking
• Legal Research
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Underwriting
• Phone Etiquette

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1