In-House Legal Counsel (Fund Management)

Silverdale Capital Pte Ltd, licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), manages award-winning funds such as Silverdale Bond Fund, Silverdale USD India Bond Fund, Silverdale Fixed Maturity Funds (FMPs), Silverdale Credit Opportunities Fund and Silverdale Bespoke Funds. With a strong track record of performance, global reach, and a commitment to excellence, we provide a dynamic platform for legal professionals to excel in the sophisticated world of asset management.

Position : Senior Legal Counsel

We seek an accomplished in-house legal counsel, preferably with expertise in mutual funds, financial transactions, and cross-border fund distribution. This role is ideal for professionals with exceptional drafting, vetting, and negotiation skills who can navigate the complexities of global financial markets.

Qualifications

1. Law graduate/postgraduate (LLB/LLM) with at least 5 years of experience in financial services, fund management, or a top-tier law firm.
2. Expertise in investment and fund management laws, fund structuring, financial instruments, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
3. Solution-oriented, proactive, and self-driven with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead and drive action.

Key Responsibilities

Legal & Contract Management

1. Draft, review, interpret, and negotiate financial contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence.
2. Structure and vet agreements with distributors, platforms, retrocession agents, and service providers.
3. Negotiate and finalize prime brokerage, GMRA, ISDA, and custody agreements.
4. Provide legal insights on investment structures, financial instruments, cross-border fund distribution, and regulatory compliance.
5. Offer corporate and commercial legal advisory, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Investment & Risk Support

1. Analyze legal risks and enforceability concerns in various investment products.
2. Support marketing, investor relations, and due diligence (DDQ) processes.
3. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulators, institutional investors, and counterparties.

Regulatory & Compliance

1. Continuously update Silverdale’s Risk Management Program and Internal Compliance Manual to align with evolving regulations.
2. Ensure adherence to local and international compliance frameworks by adapting policies and protocols as needed.
3. Manage and respond to regulatory inquiries and investor due diligence requests.

Why Join Silverdale Capital?

Industry leadership : Work with a firm consistently ranked among top-performing bond funds

Growth and career progression : Gain exposure to multiple jurisdictions, complex financial instruments, and cross-border fund structuring; and engage with leading financial institutions, prime brokers, and regulators worldwide.

Collegial and high-performance culture : Join an elite team in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.

Take Action – Apply Now!

If you are a high-caliber legal professional looking for a career-defining opportunity, we want to hear from you.

Send your CV (highlighting your experience in fund transactions, drafting, and regulatory compliance) to [email protected]

All shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 15 days of application.

For further details, visit www.SilverdaleGroup.com