Job Description

Overview:

Our client, a leading global Asset Manager is seeking to hire a Legal Advisor with commercial legal experience in a law firm or financial services institution

Responsibilities:

• Drafting and reviewing of legal agreements applicable to different business units comprising the Investments Cluster, which consists of collective investment scheme managers (xe2x80x9cCISxe2x80x99sxe2x80x9d) and financial service providers (xe2x80x9cFSPxe2x80x99sxe2x80x9d)
• Analysing and advising on the impact of legislation applicable to the different business units in the Investments Cluster and their clients
• Drafting and reviewing of various types of legal agreements
• Drafting of legal opinions
• Presentations on various legal topics and developments to the different business units in the Investments Cluster
• Briefing of outside legal counsel where required
• Legal documentation management
• Legal risk management reporting to line manager, head of legal and risk forums

• Admitted Attorney with minimum 5 years practical experience in a commercial department of a law firm or relevant financial institution
• Experience in Collective Investment Scheme Act (xe2x80x9cCISCAxe2x80x9d) and the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Service Act
• Sound knowledge of the Protection of Personal Information Act, the Financial Sector Regulation Act, and draft Conduct of Financial Institutions Bill will be advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in drafting of agreements related to private equity and debt structuring, including but not limited to property related matters and partnerships will be advantageous
• General commercial legal experience

• Excellent drafting skills
• Ability to interpret legislation and make recommendations, taking into account business requirements
• Proficient in research using electronic sources and subordinate regulatory instruments
• Good knowledge and understanding of financial market legislation primarily CISCA, FAIS and applicable FSCA notices
• Good knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry and financial instruments
• Computer literate with proven proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

• Strong analytical skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse range of clients
• Proactive approach and lateral thinker
• Results driven and self-motivated
• Thrives within a high pressured environment
• Strong ability to manage time and priorities well
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate relationships
• A good team player

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