Our client is an international asset manager, headquartered in the USA with nearly $1 Trillion AUM.
The UK and EMEA legal team is growing and consequently is seeking to hire a Solicitor to join the team and assist and advise on a range of matters including:
- investment management agreements and related documentation with clients
- reviewing client investment guidelines and negotiating broker terms of business
- advising on alternative investment fund marketing requests in respect of prospects domiciled across the UK, Europe and the Middle East and providing regulatory adherence to marketing and distribution (MiFID)
- maintaining overseas Asset Management licenses and establishing and maintaining foreign subsidiaries
Candidate Requirements
- Ideally you will have a minimum of 2 years' PQE in an Asset Management environment, either in house or from a well regarded law firm
- Experience in drafting and negotiating investment management agreements and broader commercial contracts / agreements
- General knowledge of financial services law
- Exceptional communication skills and being a strong team player are paramount
This is a unique and exclusive role with one of the largest Asset Managers in the world. It's an exceptional opportunity for someone to embark on their in house career or move from another asset manager, providing excellent remuneration and a flexible approach to a work/life balance.
Please contact James Franklin at Search Consultancy for a confidential discussion.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.