Legal Counsel

Royal London; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Legal Counsel specializing in Asset Management for a 12-month FTC position in London. The role involves providing strategic legal advice, drafting key agreements, and collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate legal risks. Join an inclusive team committed to professional development within a dynamic environment that values diverse perspectives.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 14% employer pension matching

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Asset Management or Financial Services sector.
• Strong knowledge of legal and regulatory issues affecting investment management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on asset management activities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documentation including investment management agreements.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate legal risks while offering pragmatic solutions.

Skills

Asset Management

Financial Services

Commercial Legal Solutions

Regulatory Knowledge

Communication

Job description

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Legal Counsel

Location: London, GB

Company: Royal London Group

Job Title: Legal Counsel – Asset Management

Contract Type: 12-month FTC

Location: London

Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

Closing date: 24th June 2025

We are currently looking for a Legal Counsel to join our highly regarded Group Legal Team on a 12-month FTC basis in London. This role will support a team of in-house lawyers providing strategic legal advice, guidance, and support across Royal London’s Asset Management business.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team where you will undertake a range of legal activities, using your knowledge to support the Asset Management division while developing key relationships across the wider Royal London Group. You will benefit from working alongside experienced legal professionals who champion development and continuous learning.

About the role

Working with a Senior Legal Counsel and other team members to provide proactive strategic legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on asset management activities, including portfolio management, distribution and rebate arrangements, non-disclosure agreements, fund documentation, and trading arrangements.

Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various documentation such as investment management agreements, distribution agreements, fund documentation, and outsourcing agreements.

Advising on the interpretation of laws and regulations impacting RLAM, including MiFID II, UCITS V, AIFMD, and AIFMD II.

Leading legal aspects of projects, product development, and fund launches.

Identifying, managing, and mitigating legal risks, providing pragmatic solutions.

Collaborating on cross-organization projects and regulatory initiatives within the Group Legal team.

Working with external legal counsel cost-effectively as appropriate, and communicating advice strategically and commercially.

Partnering with the business on specific legal areas within Asset Management.

About you

• A collaborative, commercial, and pragmatic asset management solicitor.

Proven experience in Asset Management or Financial Services sector, either in a leading law firm or in-house.

Strong knowledge of legal and regulatory issues affecting investment management.

Proactive, pragmatic, and responsible for delivering commercial legal solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Good understanding of corporate governance, FCA/PRA regulations, and their impact.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

About Royal London

We’re the UK’s largest mutual life, pensions, and investment company, offering protection, savings, and asset management products.

Our People Promise emphasizes an inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling workplace, supported by our Spirit of Royal London values: Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

We offer benefits such as 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, up to 14% employer pension matching, and private medical insurance. All benefits are detailed on our website.

Inclusion, diversity, and belonging

We celebrate diverse backgrounds and cultures, believing that diverse perspectives enhance our skills and workplace environment.