Legal Counsel (Funds and General In-House)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Barden has been engaged by Financial Services business who are seeking a Legal Counsel to join the legal team on a permanent basis.

This business is a highly regarded employer with a strong culture, accordingly the role offers excellent work/life balance and hybrid working, together with excellent progression opportunities.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative legal department which is fully immersed in the activities of the business.

*Open to considering a part time and flexible arrangements.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The successful candidate will:

• Provide legal, regulatory advice and support to the business, particularly in relation to funds but also across the wider business
• Become a trusted advisor to the business, ensuring that legal advice is provided in a commercial, practical and timely manner
• Establish strong working relationships with stakeholders and colleagues across the business
• Opportunities will also arise to advice on general in-house legal matters such as data protection and employment law

ABOUT THE PERSON

You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in funds or in the finance department of a top tier law firm. (For a more junior candidate, a training rotation in funds will be considered.)

You will have:

• Knowledge and experience of Irish investment funds with a strong understanding of the UCITS and AIFMD directives
• Experience with drafting and negotiating fund related documentation, including service provider agreements for European investment funds
• A solid understanding of company law, commercial contracts and financial services
• The ability to work closely within a small team while also being able to take ownership of matters (with support from superior when required)
• Experience with drafting and negotiating credit and lending documentation and wider financial services agreements is advantageous
• Additional knowledge of data protection, employment and/or procurement also beneficial

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