Legal Counsel (Private and Public Funds) - Global Investment Management Organisation

Are you an in-house lawyer with strong experience in investment management, UCITS, and AIF vehicles?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to broaden your expertise within a highly reputable investment management firm?

Do you have a solid background in contract negotiation, regulatory advice, and working with cross-border funds, and are eager to contribute to a leading asset and wealth management business?

If yes, keep reading

Title: Legal Counsel (4PQE+)

Salary: Competitive base salary with a comprehensive benefits package

Location: Central London

Client

I am working with a market-leading global investment firm that is considered a prominent player in the investment management industry, leveraging its expertise and international presence to deliver high-quality service to its clients.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic legal team of a global investment leader. You will provide key regulatory advice and support across EMEA-serviced regulated funds, bespoke mandates, and solutions structures, focusing on UCITS and AIF vehicles in the UK and Luxembourg.

Role

• Providing regulatory advice on UCITS and AIF (including LTAF and ELTIF) vehicles, focusing on liquid, semi-liquid, and public/private strategies.
• Offering intermediary fund distribution advice for UK and Luxembourg funds.
• Assisting the Lead Product Counsel and broader Product Legal Team in London and Luxembourg.
• Drafting and negotiating legal documentation, including prospectuses, KIIDs, pre-contractual disclosures (SDR and SFDR), and other related agreements.
• Supporting Product Development teams with regulatory advice and documentation related to fund launches and distribution.
• Advising on cross-border fund marketing and ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Contributing to regulatory projects and assisting in the interpretation and implementation of new regulations, such as Consumer Duty, DORA, SFDR, and MiFID II.
• Collaborating with external counsel for non-UK or specialist matters when required.

Profile

• 4+ PQE with strong experience in investment management and regulatory frameworks (UCITS, AIFMD), happy to consider outside of this range.
• Excellent contract law knowledge and drafting skills.
• Previous experience working within private practice or in-house, with exposure to the financial services sector.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with senior management and external clients.
• A proactive, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working.
• Opportunity to work with a world-class team in a global investment firm.

If you are interested in finding out more, please apply below or email me at luke.masih@thesjp.co.uk We also offer a generous referral scheme, if you know anyone that might be a good fit, please pass on my details.