About the role
Report to Group Head of Legal.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide legal expertise in the areas of financial services regulation, alternative investment funds, data protection and commercial contracts.
* Oversee the work of other members of the Legal Team.
* Collaborate with internal business teams and support functions such as Finance, Compliance and Risk.
* Represent the Group in negotiations with third parties such as suppliers and clients.
* Monitor and evaluate the impact of evolving legislative, regulatory and industry strategies for the alternative investment funds industry.
* Pro-actively create and maintain awareness of business employees for compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
* Work to streamline existing documentation, corporate policies and precedents.
* Represent the Legal team in group wide projects and initiatives.
* Work closely with the Group Head of Legal.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Master of Laws or Bachelor's Degree in Law with strong academic credentials.
* Admitted as a solicitor with 10+ years PQE.
* Strong legal experience in corporate and financial services regulation.
* Ability to articulate clear legal advice, with a commercial focus.
* Strong written and verbal communication.
* Attention to detail and effectiveness managing complex projects and teams to demanding deadlines.
* Can‑do attitude and ability to deliver in a fast‑paced environment.
* Ability to identify, focus and prioritise on key issues and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
* Good people skills.
* Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
* Mix of professional experience as in‑house counsel in a financial services business and legal experience in a top‑tier law firm with international clients.
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