Career Opportunities: Legal Counsel (30399) Requisition ID 30399 - Posted 12/23/2024 - London - Janus Henderson
Why work for us?
A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together.
Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service.
Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:
Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!
Your opportunity
This is a broad legal counsel role.
The primary areas of focus will be supporting the Institutional business and our thriving alternatives (hedge funds and closed ended private funds), in particular in EMEA and APAC.
The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include:
Supporting EMEA Institutional and Intermediary asset management:Reviewing, negotiating and drafting Fund and client IMAs, side letters, service provider agreements, and distribution agreementsAssisting with onboarding and maintenance of clientsAdvising Distribution Compliance, Risk, Finance and Tax regarding regulatory licenses and exemptions, cross-jurisdiction matters, marketing and financial promotions, fund registrations and permissions across global jurisdictionsSupporting our alternatives legal team in ongoing support to our hedge funds and closed ended private funds businessAdvising the business:Provide clear and concise advice on legal risk issues to partners across the business;Problem solve and deliver practical advice to support the delivery of business initiatives;Advise on consumer duty and treating customers fairly considerations.Liaising with external counsel.Acting as a point of escalation to other members of the team.Carrying out other duties as assigned.What to expect when you join our firm
Hybrid working and reasonable accommodationsGenerous Holiday policiesPaid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the communitySupport to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and moreAll-inclusive approach to Diversity, Equity and InclusionMaternal/paternal leave benefits and family servicesComplimentary subscription to Headspace – the mindfulness appDiscounted membership to ClassPass and other health and well-being benefitsUnique employee events and programs including a 14er challengeComplimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy HoursMust have skills
Experience working for or with an asset manager with clients in Europe and/or the UKQualified solicitor with a training contract carried out either in private practice or in-house5 years plus PQE is preferableDegree qualificationStrong influencing skills and experience working with senior stakeholdersCan successfully manage multiple complex projectsAbility to problem solve and conclude mattersLogical and methodical approachAbility and desire to continuously learnExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to work with minimal supervision across a wide range of workNice to have skills
Good commercial acumen.Ability to manage external legal advisers where relevant.Potential for growth
MentoringLeadership development programsRegular trainingCareer development servicesContinuing education coursesYou will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm, and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.
At Janus Henderson Investors we're committed to an inclusive and supportive environment.
We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee's job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).
All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities.
Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity /Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All applications are subject to background checks.
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