Senior Associate (5-7yrs) - Investment Funds
People2People UK SF ·www.people2people.co.uk
Apply direct1. The Firm
This opportunity sits within a highly regarded national and international legal practice recognised for its strength in asset management, investment funds and financial services regulation. The firm advises leading asset managers, trustees, responsible entities and institutional investors across public and private markets, offering exposure to complex, high value and often cross border matters.
Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development, the firm provides lawyers with the opportunity to work alongside recognised industry leaders while building strong technical and commercial expertise.
2. The Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Associate to join a high performing Investment Funds team based in Sydney.
The successful candidate will work across a diverse range of investment funds and financial services matters, advising sophisticated clients on fund establishment, regulatory compliance and product innovation.
- Responsibilities include: Advising on fund formation and structuring across a broad range of asset classes
- Drafting and negotiating constitutions, trust deeds, limited partnership deeds, management agreements, disclosure documents and side letters
- Advising on exchange traded funds and other listed investment vehicles
- Providing advice on financial services regulation and innovative investment products
- Advising on disclosure obligations under the Corporations Act
- Managing regulatory engagement with ASIC and other regulators
- Advising on Australian Financial Services Licence requirements and ongoing compliance obligations
- Assisting clients with governance frameworks and directors’ duties
- Supporting domestic and international asset managers operating within the Australian regulatory environment
- Working closely with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions on cross border matters
3. The Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded and technically strong lawyer who enjoys working collaboratively within a team environment.
- Requirements include: Approximately 5 to 7+ years post qualification experience in investment funds, financial services or a closely related practice area
- Strong knowledge of financial services regulation and investment funds structures
- Previous corporate law experience will be viewed favourably
- Excellent drafting, communication and stakeholder management skills
- A practical and proactive approach to problem solving
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A commitment to delivering exceptional client service
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
4. Benefits
The firm is committed to supporting the professional and personal development of its people through a range of market leading initiatives.
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The Senior Associate (5-7yrs) - Investment Funds role with People2People UK SF is based in Sydney, NSW, AU.
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