Legal Compliance Advisor

Legal & Compliance Advisor

Position: Permanent, full-time
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Location: London, UK
Reporting to: Chief Legal & Compliance Director
Direct Reports: N/A
WFH: 3 Days office-based

The Role

This is a newly created appointment to support the legal and compliance function of a busy privately owned investment manager. The ideal candidate could be a Senior Paralegal or Legal Advisor with strong compliance experience who is interested in working in a broad dynamic role. This opportunity offers great exposure to working collaboratively in a small team to achieve business objectives. There is an attractive package on offer, beautiful high-spec offices within an established organisation.

Responsibilities

Assist with drafting and reviewing legal documents such as contracts, memorandums and agreements, liaising with various third parties and senior management
Work across all departments, ensuring compliance with applicable processes and regulations issued by regulatory bodies and best practices
Work with the Head of Legal & Compliance to ensure policies and procedures are updated in line with current legislation and best practice
Drafting Partnership Agreements
Reorganising the corporate structure with the closing of entities
Responsibility for Companies Act compliance, including Companies House filings as well as overseeing overseas statutory and regulatory compliance and filings as appropriate
Maintaining company records including Statutory Books and Registers
Support the maintenance of Personal Holdings data and files
Assist team in drafting and submitting regulatory filings
Assist with answering queries from all departments

Essential Skills & Experience

Previous paralegal experience in an investment management firm ideally, or experience within a financial service or a law firm covering a wide variety of duties
Previous experience supporting compliance is essential for this role
Company secretarial administration skills would be beneficial for this role
Knowledge and awareness of laws, regulations, and legal procedures within a small asset management firm
Demonstrated skills in legal research and document drafting
Accuracy and attention to detail
Organised and ability to work methodically to tight deadlines
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
High level of discretion, understands the importance of confidential and sensitive information
Self-motivated and able to use own initiative
Ability to work in a small team and get involved in a hands-on capacity

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