HEAD OF LEGAL

£700 - £1000 per day

12 MONTH CONTRACT

LONDON

THE COMPANY

A leading North American Asset Manger who has their European Headquarters in London. Based in the heart of Mayfair they operate in multiple jurisdictions across multiple asset classes.

THE ROLE

Head of Legal for a small department of two people to cover maternity leave. The role would entail advising the Board on UK and European regulation pertinent to the business.

- Negotiate investment management agreements and related documentation with clients

- Review client investment guidelines

- Negotiate broker terms of business

- Advise on Alternative Investment Fund Marketing to EMEA prospects

- Provide legal support to both Front Office and administrative staff

- Advise on Brexit strategy

- Advise on new product and business initiatives

- Obtain and maintain overseas licenses as well as establishing and maintaining subsidiaries, branch and rep offices

- Assist with Corporate governance and secretarial duties

- Negotiate and draft contracts for properties, vendors and services

- Instruct external Counsel and manage the relationship

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

- Minimum 5/6 years PQE within an asset management business

- Strong negotiation skills

- Strong drafting skills

- Good knowledge of European and UK regulation

- Experience of advising senior level stakeholders on pertinent legislation

- Team player

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Sound business acumen

- Deadline orientated