Senior Legal Counsel | London, UK | Hybrid

Senior Legal Counsel

Deutsche Bank
London, United Kingdom
Job Description:

Employer: DWS Group
Title: Senior Legal Counsel, VP
Location: London

About DWS:
Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures - but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.
Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.
We're looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That's why we are 'Investors for a new now'.
As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients' financial future. And in return, we'll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry's greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.
This is your chance to invest in your future.

Team / division overview
The DWS legal team based in London is looking to recruit a senior lawyer (6 years + PQE). The primary focus of the role is to support the DWS Alternatives business (in particular, the DWS Private Equity, Real Estate, Infrastructure and Private Credit platforms). While the role will support the DWS Alternatives business generally, particular experience in launching and raising private credit, capital solutions, special situations and/or structured finance debt offerings such as CLOs is beneficial to the role.
The London legal team is a friendly, collegiate and dynamic team. We are looking for a team player who enjoys working with lawyers and non-lawyers alike. An ability to build relationships with business colleagues and quickly win their confidence is of paramount importance. The position also offers the opportunity to work with DWS legal colleagues in multiple jurisdictions, including the US, Germany and Luxembourg.

Role Details:
As a Senior Legal Counsel you will (be):

• Managing DWS legal risk and protecting the integrity and reputation of DWS;
• Partnering with Risk, Compliance, Audit and others to provide a proactive integrated risk management approach;
• Providing legal support for the Alternatives business including:
• Providing legal support on the establishment and on-going maintenance of alternatives funds;
• Instructing, managing and liaising with external counsel;
• Reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of funds documents (in conjunction with fund counsel) as well as agreements required for segregated account and advisory mandates;
• Advising the broader coverage (sales) team on the marketing of fund products and services, as well as reviewing, drafting and negotiating distribution agreements;
• Where required, reviewing, drafting and negotiating pre-transactional documentation including engagement letters, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent and similar type agreements;
• Providing legal support on regulatory/ strategic initiatives;
• Troubleshooting, including dealing with disputes and other legal and commercial issues;
• Advising the business in relation to regulatory change which may impact the business or the funds on the DWS Alternatives platform and assisting in the implementation of the same; and
• Supporting initiatives within the Alternatives and wider DWS business.

We are looking for:

• Experience of working in a dynamic international environment and have an ability to relate to different business perspectives and approaches to arising issues;
• Solid knowledge of alternatives funds (including private credit), either gained in-house or in private practice;
• Good organisational and project management skills;
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities;
• An awareness of regulatory change in the funds space;
• A practical approach to problem solving;
• An understanding of how to manage external counsel, including agreeing fee estimates and scope of assignments;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• Good commercial sense.

What we'll offer you:
At DWS we're serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it's important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS, you'll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalised plan unique to your lifestyle. Whether you're interested in healthcare, company perks, or are thinking about your retirement plan, there's something for everyone.

• 30 days' holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• A non-contributory pension scheme, up to 10%
• Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but not limited to) Private Medical Cover, a complimentary GP service and the support of Mental Health First Aiders
• Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages (supporting all variations of family set-ups), to healthcare plans and travel insurance
• The opportunity to support our CSR strategy which is focused on combatting climate change and achieving greater social justice. You can make donations to our partner organisations or take part in corporate volunteering opportunities in your local communities by providing on hand support.

DWS' Hybrid Working model in the UK is designed to find the right balance between in-person collaboration and engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, and working from home. Employees who wish to sign-up to our Hybrid Working model are required to work in the office two days a week, and given the flexibility to work from home for the remaining three.
If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview, or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and your recruitment team will discuss options with you.