Rev & Regs are recruiting for a new 'Legal Counsel' role on behalf of a global Asset Management company in London.
As a Legal Counsel, you will:
- Support the legal implementation of product development and regulatory changes across global fund ranges, including reviewing fund documentation and drafting shareholder notices.
- Draft and negotiate institutional client, investment management, distribution and other commercial agreements.
- Review and negotiate third-party fund service provider agreements.
- Support sustainability-related regulatory requirements, including SFDR and UK sustainability disclosure requirements.
- Provide legal advice to internal business teams and support cross-functional projects.
- Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments affecting the business.
- Use approved AI tools to support legal drafting, research and review, and contribute to the team's adoption of AI.
- Work with external counsel across different jurisdictions as required.
Required experience:
- 2+ years' post-qualification experience, gained in private practice or an investment management business.
- Good knowledge of the UK FCA regulatory framework; experience with UCITS, AIFMD and/or MiFID II is desirable.
- Experience with investment management, distribution, platform and/or commercial agreements.
- Experience supporting fund product changes and related documentation.
- Knowledge of sustainability-related financial services regulation, such as SFDR and/or UK SDR.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted legal tools such as Claude or equivalent is an advantage.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Self-directed and able to work autonomously, with good judgement on when to escape.
- Analytical, proactive, solutions-focused and commercially minded.
- Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing competing priorities.
- Confident communicating and presenting views to stakeholders.
- Curious and enthusiastic about developing expertise in new areas, tools and AI-assisted legal workflows.
Location: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in City of London office)
Salary: £120,000 to £135,000 pa + bonus + benefits package (Depends on experience).
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Legal Counsel - Funds employer: Rev & Regs
Rev & Regs is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of the City of London. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide comprehensive training and support for our team members, ensuring they stay at the forefront of tax compliance and operational excellence. Our hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, while our commitment to innovation and collaboration fosters a culture where every voice is valued and impactful.
