Legal Counsel

Job Description Summary

This position will be responsible for a broad range of activities and legal matters in respect of the firm's London-based operations and across the wider firm as necessary to support the UK and European business strategy. It will be a member of the EMEA Legal team and the Global Legal and Compliance team, working with a variety of internal colleagues and external parties. The role is based in London and is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to the firm's business, including client solutions, investment, research, and operations in respect of the London office, to support the firm's EMEA strategy.
• Draft and negotiate agreements, including investment management, advisory and non disclosure for clients of the London office, as well as vendor and other ancillary agreements.
• Provide legal support to the wider firm to support global strategy and to internal units such as Human Capital, Operations, Finance, and IT.
• Work with compliance and risk teams, advising on regulatory and governance matters.
• Handle other ad hoc legal matters as required.

Qualifications

• England and Wales qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years PQE at a silver circle, magic circle, top City US firm, or reputable asset manager (on an in house basis).
• Preferred experience in alternative investment services, separate accounts, funds and/or fund formation (private equity, debt and hedge funds); representing institutional clients and/or managers in primary, secondary, and direct transactions.
• Experience in corporate governance or human resources/employment matters.
• Strong communication skills, ability to interact with peers and external contacts in a tactful and professional manner.
• Capacity to manage multiple legal projects and resolve them effectively with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in operating across jurisdictions and financial regulatory frameworks, with a curiosity to continue learning.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information discretely.
• Strong judgment, leadership skills, and a delivery oriented attitude.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail.

Salary & Benefits

Base salary range: Minimum £127,100 - Maximum £170,300. In addition to the listed salary range, the position is eligible for an annual performance based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package.

Compliance & Conflict of Interest

Employees of Cambridge Associates Ltd. or an affiliated firm are prohibited from employment or other association with any company, organization, business, or other entity that is involved in any way with the securities or financial services industry, except for entities directly affiliated with Cambridge Associates Ltd. Employees are prohibited from acting as a trustee or director of, or accepting a similar position of responsibility with, any entity that is a client of or directly affiliated with a client of Cambridge Associates Ltd. or any of its affiliated companies without prior written consent from the Chief Compliance Officer. Employees are also prohibited from serving on the investment or finance committee of any company or organization with investable funds, or likely to develop investable funds, without prior written consent from the Chief Compliance Officer.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co workers.