Our client, an investment management group with a global footprint and Headquarter in Hong Kong, engages
in extensive range of multi-asset class, multi-strategy investments in traditional financial and digital assets, is
looking for a Legal Counsel specializing in corporate/commercial law to join in Cambridge (onsite).
Responsibilities:
Corporate and Commercial Legal Support -provide legal support on a range of corporate and commercial matters, including contract drafting, review, and negotiation for asset management activities and family office transactions.Transactions and property acquisiton legal support -provide legal support for transactions such asM&A and property acquisitons, including drafting legal documents and supervising and coordinatingwith exertnal law firms.Management Team and Family Office Advisory -offer legal support and guidance on personal affairs and investment structures for the management team and family office members, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory frameworks.License and Regulatory Compliance -manage license applications and regulatory compliance to ensure adherence to relevant UK laws and standards.Investment and Risk Management -identify and assess legal risks related to investment transactions, including risk mitigation strategies to safeguard assets and uphold fiduciary responsibilities.Governance and Corporate Structure -oversee corporate governance practices, including board documentation, company secretarial duties, and structuring of family office investments to ensure proper compliance and governance.Stakeholder Relations- coordinate with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and regulatory authorities to maintain smooth legal operations and facilitate compliance with asset management and family office standards.Data Privacy, IP, and Tax Implication -advise on data privacy, intellectual property, and tax considerations ensuring legal compliance and asset protection. Qualifications:
Education:Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or above; UK-qualified solicitor preferred.
Experience:5+ years of PQE in practice area of asset management, private wealth, or family office settings with a focus on corporate/commercial law. Prefer candidates trained in big law firms.
Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an ability to balance multiple priorities within a complex legal environment.
Language: Professionally fluent English. Mandarin is a must.
