Senior Legal Counsel – Asset Manager (6‑month FTC)
We are working exclusively with a boutique bank and asset manager who are seeking an experienced interim senior legal counsel to join its London-based legal team on a six‑month contract. This newly‑created role will provide broad legal support across investment, operational and governance activitiesəy, working closely with stakeholders at Plenty levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on fund launches (AIFs, UCITS, offshore funds) and negotiating related agreements.
- Reviewing and negotiating trading, banking and treasury documentation (e.g. ISDAs, CSAs, GMRAs, custody, administration and prime brokerage agreements).
- Supporting investment and securities transactions.옥>
- Drafting and advising on a wide range of operational service provider agreements.
- Providing guidance on the implementation of new laws and regulations.
ৰাজ্য Requirements
- Qualified lawyer (common law jurisdiction preferred) with 8+ years’ PQE.
- Strong experience in funds/asset management, gained either in‑house or at a leading law firm.
- Buy‑side experience would be a significant advantage.
- Corporate governance experience would also be advantageous.
Must be immediately available or available at short notice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer to join a dynamic financial services organisation and gain exposure to a wide range of legal and regulatory matters in a fast‑paced environment.
For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact Stephanie Bruckl at stephaniebruckl@hydrogengroup.com
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We are working exclusively with a boutique bank and asset manager who are seeking an experienced interim senior legal counsel to join its London-based legal team on a six‑month contract. This newly‑created role will provide broad legal support across investment, operational and governance activitiesəy, working closely with stakeholders at Plenty levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on fund launches (AIFs, UCITS, offshore funds) and negotiating related agreements.
- Reviewing and negotiating trading, banking and treasury documentation (e.g. ISDAs, CSAs, GMRAs, custody, administration and prime brokerage agreements).
- Supporting investment and securities transactions.옥>
- Drafting and advising on a wide range of operational service provider agreements.
- Providing guidance on the implementation of new laws and regulations.
ৰাজ্য Requirements
- Qualified lawyer (common law jurisdiction preferred) with 8+ years’ PQE.
- Strong experience in funds/asset management, gained either in‑house or at a leading law firm.
- Buy‑side experience would be a significant advantage.
- Corporate governance experience would also be advantageous.
Must be immediately available or available at short notice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer to join a dynamic financial services organisation and gain exposure to a wide range of legal and regulatory matters in a fast‑paced environment.
For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact Stephanie Bruckl at stephaniebruckl@hydrogengroup.com
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