Legal Counsel, Funds

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

• Unique impactful finance institution going through investment and fund expansion
• Searching for a 3+ PQE Funds Lawyer, hybrid working in London

About Our Client

Since it's inception, our client has played a vital role in the mission to drive sustainable growth throughout the UK. Acting as a government-backed bank, they provide a number of finance and investment programmes by collaborating with a medley of delivery partners, which facilitates development and the transition towards a net zero economy. Valuing flexibility, teamwork, and innovation, the organisation is well-known for their fantastic culture and passionate employees with plenty of growth opportunities.

Job Description

Your day-to-day will include:

• Providing legal support to key product areas and fund transactions including private debt, venture capital, and non-regulated investment vehicles.
• Advising on relevant financial regulatory requirements
• General commercial advice as and when needed
• Conducting training on legal matters for the wider business
• Managing external counsel

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will be:

• Qualified in England & Wales with approximately 3+ years' experience post qualification
• Knowledged on a range of funds products including debt, venture capital, foreign and domestic structures.
• Experienced dealing with a variety of corporate or fund transactions including managing external counsel
• Able to commute into the London office 2 days per week

What's on Offer

The benefits package will include:

• Salary up to £90,000 depending on candidate experience
• Bonus
• 30 days' annual leave, plus the option to buy / sell days
• Pension of 18% (depending on personal contribution)
• Life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Days to work abroad