829 European Counsel jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client

A global alternative investment firm with approximately $25 billion in assets who are focused on a range of lending strategies into different asset classes.

The role

As the senior member of the Legal team based in London, you will support investment, fundraising and group activities across the European business. You serve as a key partner to senior stakeholders, including investment professionals and capital formation.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the investment team throughout the life of an investment transaction to ensure material legal issues are identified and appropriately considered.
• Agreements may include, but are not limited to, loan or credit agreements, receivables purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, guarantees, indemnification agreements, and purchase and sale agreements.
• Collaborate with the US to support fundraising initiatives in Europe.
• Work with external counsel on all phases of fund formation, including private placement memorandum and limited partnership agreement review, side letter negotiation and fund closings.
• Develop strong knowledge of fund structures.
• Responsible for governance of management company entities.
• Line management of another lawyer.

Experience requirements:

• Broad experience across a variety of credit or lending transactions, with exposure to transactions in multiple European jurisdictions preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of legal experience, with experience in private fund management.
• Prior industry in-house experience strongly preferred.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches any of our other opportunities, one of our consultants will be in touch.

About Simmons & Hanbury

Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist infrastructure search firm that sources and secures the best talent and future leaders for our clients. We provide an integrated international service to support our clients across the globe from our group headquarters based in the heart of the City of London and our New York office. We support some of the most prestigious organisations in the world, across financial services, commerce & industry, and professional services. Our services include executive search, interim solutions and market intelligence within the Legal, Compliance, Corporate Governance and Human Resources practice areas.

Based in Manchester City Centre

5 days in office: shift patterns listed below

Paying 26,000 - 28,000 + 1,000 weekend allowanc e

Shift Pattern:

• Sunday: 12pm - 8pm
• Monday: 12pm - 8pm
• Tuesday: 12pm - 8pm
• Wednesday: 9am - 5pm
• Thursday 9am - 5pm

The company:

My client is a leading well-being advisor and specialist. They take pride in offering the most comprehensive employee assistance programme available in today's market, dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of employees. They provide clinical expertise and legal advice services to 13 million employees and their families across the UK and Ireland.

The Role:

As a Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive and legally compliant advice to clients across various mediums, predominantly over phone and via email. Your role will involve addressing inquiries spanning a wide range of legal and financial matters while ensuring the emotional support needs of clients are met.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Provide timely legal and financial information to clients adhering to set SLAs and KPIs
• Manage incoming calls efficiently, either resolving cases independently or distributing them among team members
• Conduct research and engage in self-learning to enhance expertise in relevant areas
• Handle diverse client issues with empathy, especially those in distress
• Demonstrate a general understanding of legal and financial domains including, but not limited to, Family Law, Commercial Law, Criminal Law, and Consumer Law
• Uphold a standard of excellent customer service in all interactions

What You Bring to the Team:

• Proficiency in various legal and financial matters
• Capacity to prioritize tasks and work independently or collaboratively within a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Dedication to providing exceptional customer service and assisting individuals
• Open-minded, enthusiastic, and non-judgmental approach
• Comfortability with telephony and IT systems

50138CH

INDMANJ

Based in Manchester City Centre

5 days in office: shift patterns listed below

Paying 26,000 - 28,000 + 1,000 weekend allowanc e

Shift Pattern:

• Sunday: 12pm - 8pm
• Monday: 12pm - 8pm
• Tuesday: 12pm - 8pm
• Wednesday: 9am - 5pm
• Thursday 9am - 5pm

The company:

My client is a leading well-being advisor and specialist. They take pride in offering the most comprehensive employee assistance programme available in today's market, dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of employees. They provide clinical expertise and legal advice services to 13 million employees and their families across the UK and Ireland.

The Role:

As a Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive and legally compliant advice to clients across various mediums, predominantly over phone and via email. Your role will involve addressing inquiries spanning a wide range of legal and financial matters while ensuring the emotional support needs of clients are met.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Provide timely legal and financial information to clients adhering to set SLAs and KPIs
• Manage incoming calls efficiently, either resolving cases independently or distributing them among team members
• Conduct research and engage in self-learning to enhance expertise in relevant areas
• Handle diverse client issues with empathy, especially those in distress
• Demonstrate a general understanding of legal and financial domains including, but not limited to, Family Law, Commercial Law, Criminal Law, and Consumer Law
• Uphold a standard of excellent customer service in all interactions

What You Bring to the Team:

• Proficiency in various legal and financial matters
• Capacity to prioritize tasks and work independently or collaboratively within a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Dedication to providing exceptional customer service and assisting individuals
• Open-minded, enthusiastic, and non-judgmental approach
• Comfortability with telephony and IT systems

50138CH

INDMANJ

SENIOR CONTRACTS LEGAL ADVISOR - CONTRACT SURREY

To be considered for the role, candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Our Client, a global leader in engineering and constructing major projects for the energy and infrastructure sectors, both offshore and onshore, is currently looking for a Senior Contracts Legal Advisor to join the team based in Surrey.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCAT.

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance programs and policies.
• Provide expert legal advice on regulatory requirements across various jurisdictions.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and identify areas of potential non-compliance.
• Oversee the investigation of compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations and advise the business on their impact.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external counsel on compliance matters.
• Manage the company's internal controls and ethical standards.
• Review and approve marketing materials and product documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Advise on data privacy regulations, such as GDPR.
• Assist in the development of strategies to mitigate compliance risks.
• Prepare reports for senior management and the board of directors on compliance status.

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales, with a current practising certificate.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in compliance, regulatory law, or a related field, preferably in-house.
• Proven expertise in developing and managing comprehensive compliance programs.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry regulations and legal frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and compliance management software.
• High degree of professionalism and integrity.
• Experience in managing data protection and privacy compliance is essential.