Legal Associate, NQ - 3 PQE - Financial Services

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scale-up in the international Funds sector is seeking a qualified legal advisor. This permanent position in central London offers hybrid working and opportunities to work on complex financial services legal and compliance matters. The successful candidate will engage in drafting commercial agreements, conducting regulatory assessments, and advising internal stakeholders.

Benefits

Additional benefits package

Permanent position with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• NQ - 2 PQE required with experience in financial services.
• Proficiency in reviewing and drafting legal documentation.
• Familiarity with UK financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft commercial agreements and policies.
• Conduct regulatory assessments and monitor compliance.
• Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial work

Regulatory compliance

Legal documentation

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

NQ - 2 PQE

Job description

• NQ - 3 PQE joining a leading scale-up within the international Funds sector
• Hybrid working in central London handling Commercial & Regulatory work

About Our Client

Our client is a European-based Funds provider that delivers innovative ETFs globally. Since launching they have expanded to include a full-service platform with product development, compliance, capital markets, marketing, distribution, and sales across clean energy, blockchain, medical, technology, and ESG.

As a well-established organisation within the financial services sector, recognised for its specialised offerings and commitment to excellence, it provides opportunities to work on complex legal and compliance challenges.

Job Description

• Review and draft commercial agreements and policies.
• Conduct regulatory assessments and monitor compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
• Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on financial services-related matters.
• Develop and implement compliance frameworks and policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and communicate updates internally.
• Assist in managing relationships with regulators and external legal counsel.
• Support risk management processes and internal audits.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all legal activities

The Successful Applicant

The successful applicant:

• NQ - 2 PQE
• Experience in commercial and compliance work within the financial services sector
• Proficiency in reviewing and drafting legal documentation.
• Familiarity with UK financial regulations and compliance frameworks.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

What's on Offer

• Salary between £60,000 and £90,000 depending on candidate experience
• Permanent position within the financial services industry, offering stability and growth opportunities
• Hybrid working in central London
• Additional benefits package