At a Glance
- Tasks: Support legal needs for real estate transactions and corporate matters in a dynamic environment.
- Company: A fast-paced financial services organisation with a growing real estate investment platform.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, diverse projects, and the chance to shape legal processes.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and exposure to various legal challenges.
- Why this job: Join a lean team and make a real impact on strategic initiatives and legal operations.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE and experience in funds or real estate transactions.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A financial services organisation is looking to hire an experienced Part-Time Legal Counsel (2-3 days per week) to support the legal, transactional, and operational needs of their growing real estate investment platform. This is a broad, hands-on role covering the full lifecycle of real estate transactions, fund structures, and corporate matters. You will work closely with senior leadership on deals, strategic initiatives, and day-to-day legal requirements. This role would suit an experienced lawyer seeking a flexible, part-time in-house role within a lean, fast-paced environment.
Key duties will include:
- Providing day-to-day legal support across fund structuring, corporate transactions, financing, commercial contracts, employment matters, and dispute resolution.
- Identifying, assessing, and managing legal risks across the business.
- Advising internal teams on legal aspects of projects and operations.
- Instructing and managing external law firms, negotiating fee structures, and coordinating legal workstreams.
- Providing company secretarial support, assisting with governance processes, and overseeing AML/KYC and regulatory requirements.
This role would suit a Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 5 years PQE (flexible depending on experience). Experience in funds and/or real estate with strong exposure to property, development, or investment transactions is essential. You will have excellent drafting, negotiation, and organisational skills and a commercial mindset. The role offers a flexible part-time structure, exposure to diverse transactions and strategic initiatives, and the opportunity to shape legal processes within a growing investment platform.
If the role is of interest, please apply now!
Part-time Legal Counsel in City of London employer: Taylor Root
Join a dynamic financial services organisation that values flexibility and innovation, offering a part-time Legal Counsel role that allows you to engage in diverse real estate transactions while working closely with senior leadership. With a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, you'll have the opportunity to shape legal processes within a growing investment platform, all while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced lawyers seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a fast-paced environment.
