Working as part of a focused, partner-led team, this role will be active in running a broad range of corporate matters, focusing primarily on investment funds work and related regulatory matters. Responsibilities include:
1. Developing and guiding junior fee earners.
2. Assisting with business development activities.
3. Ensuring clear communication with partners, clients, and intermediaries.
4. Obtaining clear instructions, providing legal advice, and preparing documents.
5. Reviewing and providing comments on third-party documents.
6. Managing own matters and leading transaction-appropriate teams of lawyers and support staff to deliver the highest level of service.
7. Acting as client contact point on any allocated matter.
8. Completing administrative tasks on conflict searches, issuing terms and conditions and engagement letters, due diligence, matter opening, time recording, billing, and lock-up management.
The successful candidate will have:
1. Excellent academics and relevant qualifications, preferably gained in a common law jurisdiction.
2. A desire to develop new skills and the ability to interface confidently and effectively at all levels.
3. At least 5 years PQE gained at a high level in corporate law, including primarily financial services, funds, and regulatory.
4. A proven ability to grasp complex legal information to provide sound legal advice.
5. The ability to draft a variety of legal documents.
6. A willingness to develop existing skills and update legal knowledge through additional training.
7. Effective organization and communication skills.
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