Job Description
A leading Asset Manager is looking to appoint a Corporate Legal Counsel in London on a 6-month contract.
You will provide legal support to a large corporate restructuring project.
Duties will include:
* Advising on intra-group reorganisations, legal entity rationalisation and liquidation projects.
* Responsible for business transfer agreements, share purchases and ancillary documents.
* Supporting external M&A involving the UK and European businesses.
* Responsible for new T&C's and supplier agreements
* Advising and preparing / reviewing documentation on outsourcing transactions
* Supporting the development and review of precedent documents, know-how and guidance, including automation projects
You will be a qualified Lawyer with demonstrable Corporate experience and previous experience of leading on corporate restructuring projects within Financial Services. It is essential to be able to demonstrate a pragmatic solutions-based counsel and strong relationship building skills combined with excellent communication skills. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, acting with a degree of independence whilst being part of a supportive and collegiate culture. You must have the flexibility and drive to support a multidisciplinary team with a solutions-based attitude.
Experience working in Financial Services i...