UK Funds Lawyer Carne Group UK Funds Lawyer United Kingdom
Who are we looking for? Due to the growth of our business, we are recruiting an experienced lawyer to join our personable and highly experienced in-house legal team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced funds lawyer who seeks not only superb client exposure and excellent quality legal work, but also a commercial, entrepreneurial role and regular interaction with key funds industry players. What are the minimum requirements you need for the role? • 5-7 years’ post qualification experience in a law firm, authorised corporate director / authorised fund manager, asset manager or other relevant firm within the UK funds industry • Experience would preferably cover both authorised funds (UCITS, NURS, QIS, LTAFs) and unauthorised funds • Bachelor’s degree in Law or relevant field • Previous experience with the UK FCA. • Fluent English (written and spoken) essential • Good understanding of a wide variety of investment fund vehicles and investment strategies • Familiarity with the…
Who are we looking for? Due to the growth of our business, we are recruiting an experienced lawyer to join our personable and highly experienced in-house legal team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced funds lawyer who seeks not only superb client exposure and excellent quality legal work, but also a commercial, entrepreneurial role and regular interaction with key funds industry players. What are the minimum requirements you need for the role? • 5-7 years’ post qualification experience in a law firm, authorised corporate director / authorised fund manager, asset manager or other relevant firm within the UK funds industry • Experience would preferably cover both authorised funds lawyer (UCITS, NURS, QIS, LTAFs) and unauthorised funds • Bachelor’s degree in Law or relevant field •Lawyer Previous experience with the UK FCA. • Fluent English (written and spoken) essential • Lawyer Good understanding of a wide variety of investment fund vehicles and investment strategies • Familiarity with the full life cycle of a fund, including product design, regulatory approval, launch, ongoing Lawyer maintenance and development, international distribution and wind-down What is the role and what are your responsibilities? • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of fund and constitutional documentation and other investment related agreements including with fund administrators, depositaries, distributors, trading and brokerage counterparties, data and technology providers • Advise and assist on the formation, launch, registration and distribution of various fund structures (OEIC, ACS, LPs, EUUT, UT), covering both authorised and unauthorised funds • Advise and assist with the on-boarding of new investment manager clients to our growing ACD/AFM service offering and fund platform • Support the Sales and Client Relationship Management team by resolving legal queries from clients and counterparties with a consistent, “best-in-class” level of service • Stay up to date with relevant legal and regulatory developments to advise the firm on their implications for the business and our asset managers and investors • Review existing policies, procedures, and processes from a legal and regulatory perspective, including as to how they can be improved • Assist in the ongoing development of precedent documents • Successfully manage relationships with various law firms, in particular partnering effectively with external fund counsel • Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in cross-functional projects • Attend and present at pitch and client meetings as a fund subject matter expert, demonstrating the firm’s service offering and value-add to win new and repeat business • Attend and present at board meetings on behalf of the firm’s legal function • Present internally to colleagues on relevant legal and regulatory updates as appropriate • Promote the firm and attend relevant industry and networking events as required • Provide input on ad hoc legal and regulatory projects as required What competencies do you require? • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple requirements and meet deadlines • Commercially minded • Proven ability to work independently and as a team player in a fast-paced environment • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including good negotiation skills • Strong interpersonal skills to foster teamwork and maintain effective working relationships across geographic boundaries • Energetic and solutions-based team player who is willing to help and support your colleagues • Creative and practical in your approach to work and capable of delivering the required solutions to our clients Who is Carne Group? Carne Group has established itself in the funds industry with $2tn in AUM supported by 700+ staff and four regulated management companies. Together with a large team of industry specialists, Carne serves more than 650+ traditional and alternative asset management clients from key fund jurisdictions and financial hubs including Ireland, Luxembourg, Zurich, Lisbon, London, New York, Cayman and Channel Islands. Excellence and innovation are central to Carne’s work and we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent to deliver an unrivalled service to our clients. Whilst working with Carne, you will be provided with opportunities to develop your skills and experience by working in a dynamic, innovative, and multicultural environment where exciting careers are built. We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the asset management industry. Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide! Research shows that members of other under-represented groups tend not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when in fact, they do! At Carne we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply