Legal Counsel

Our Client

A London headquartered global investment manager is looking to strengthen their legal function with an experienced employment and benefits lawyer. The ideal candidate would be a well-rounded corporate counsel and have 3-7 years PQE with a good practice background and a strong in-house secondment or in-house track record in a Tier 1 financial services environment, specializing in Employment & Benefits law.

Responsibilities

1. Provide legal advice on all employment-related matters
2. Develop and implement employment policies and procedures
3. Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
4. Handle employment litigation matters
5. Conduct internal investigations into employment matters
6. Advise on disciplinary and grievance procedures
7. Work closely with HR and management teams

Requirements:

1. Strong academic track record
2. Minimum 3 years' post qualified experience
3. Must be an England & Wales qualified solicitor
4. Multi-jurisdictional experience highly desirable - particularly Ireland and Jersey
5. Good in-house secondment in a recognised CIB or Asset Manager - or in-house position
6. Must have the right to work in the UK - this role will not be sponsored

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Octavian Donnelly.

Email: octavian@rutherfordsearch.com
Phone: 020 3137 4187