Our Client
An established investment manager is looking for a Commercial Lawyer to join their legal team on a part time basis. The successful candidate will be providing strategic legal advice on a variety of matters on a cross-border basis in Europe, US and APAC.
They would consider lawyers who would prefer a part time role on a 3 or 4 days per week basis.
Key Responsibilities:
* Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements. vendor contracts, investment management agreements, licensing agreements, outsourcing agreements and customer terms and conditions.
* Draft, review, and negotiate tech specific contracts incl. SaaS agreements
* Identify potential legal risks and provide strategic advice to mitigate these risks, ensuring the company’s operations align with legal requirements.
* Advise on data protection and corporate governance issues, including company policies, shareholder agreements, and board resolutions.
* Working in multidisciplinary teams across various departments, including product development, marketing, and human resources, ensuring that all business activities comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
* Qualified lawyer with experience working in a law firm, bank/investment manager or wealth management firm
* Excellent contract negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
* Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset.
*Candidates with equivalent experience outside of the PQE will be considered for this role.