Legal Counsel

Mason Blake; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in asset management is seeking a driven Legal Counsel to join their high-performing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with key stakeholders globally while working on a variety of challenging legal matters. The ideal candidate will have significant post-qualification experience from a leading law firm and a reputable investment management firm. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating critical legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulatory developments, and supporting corporate initiatives. If you are a results-oriented lawyer with a passion for the asset management sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 7 years’ post-qualification experience at a leading law firm and investment management firm.
• Qualified to practice law in England or Ireland with strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating various legal documents related to funds.
• Providing focused advice on regulatory developments and supporting corporate initiatives.

Skills

Commercial Law

Contract Negotiation

Regulatory Compliance

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

2.1 or above from a top tier university

Job description

Our client is a medium sized asset management house with offices across the globe. Due to company expansion, they are looking for a Legal Counsel to join the business on a permanent basis.

The Legal Counsel will be a highly commercial, driven, and results-oriented lawyer to work on a wide range of challenging matters and engage with key stakeholders on a global basis.

The Legal Counsel will have the following responsibilities:

1. Drafting and negotiating documents relating to funds
2. Drafting and negotiating investment management agreements, distribution agreements, rebate agreements, introducer agreements, third-party marking agreements, etc.
3. Staying abreast of and providing high quality and focused advice with respect to regulatory developments
4. Supporting corporate and product initiatives (e.g., new office openings, new fund launches, etc.)

The Legal Counsel will have the following skillset:

1. 7 years’ post-qualification experience spent at a combination of a leading law firm (magic circle ideally) and a well-regarded investment management firm
2. Be comfortable working on products and services designed for investors in Europe and Asia
3. Holds a 2.1 or above from a top tier university
4. Have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
5. Be a skilled contract negotiator
6. Demonstrate strict attention to detail
7. Be aware of current developments in investment management industry regulation
8. Have excellent academic credentials and be qualified to practice law in England or Ireland

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Lawyer with experience within the asset management sector, looking to join a high-performing team at a prestigious asset management house.

If you believe your background meets the criteria, please apply with your CV.