In-House Counsel - Commercial & Client Services

6w1 month ago

Alter Domus

London, GB · Full-time · £110,000 – £160,000

About this role

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus is home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in private markets. With more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions, we enable success in alternatives. Join an organization where you progress on merit and speak openly.

We seek a corporate and commercial lawyer to join experienced in-house lawyers across EMEA, APAC and North America. Provide legal advice for all aspects of Alter Domus’ work and support its business and internal functions. Report to the Head of Legal - Commercial & Client Services.

Operate as primary point of contact for EMEA common-law jurisdictions on regulatory, corporate/commercial and contract law matters. Lead negotiations for complex services agreements with strategic clients or suppliers. Advise on corporate transactions and manage external counsel.

Support drafting and updating legal documentation like services agreements and vendor contracts. Contribute to knowledge management, training and legal updates. Be a trusted advisor to senior management in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
4 to 6 years relevant post-qualification experience, preferably in-house in an international environment
Strong background in corporate and commercial law
Demonstrable experience in the Financial Services industry and its regulatory environment
Proven track record of commercial contract drafting and negotiation
Legal risk awareness and ability to deliver pragmatic outcome-focused solutions
High ethical standards

Responsibilities

Operate as primary point of contact for the business in all EMEA common-law jurisdictions on regulatory, corporate/commercial and contract law
Draft and update legal documentation including standard services agreements, intra-group and outsourcing agreements and vendor contracts
Manage legal risk and advise on legislative and regulatory changes affecting the business’ service offering
Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, standards and Alter Domus’ contracting process
Participate in formal responses to client queries in support of operational teams
Lead negotiations for complex services agreements and commercial contracts with strategic clients or suppliers
Advise on legal aspects of corporate transactions, manage external counsel and assist with corporate governance
Conduct legal research and analysis to inform decision making for senior management and teams