Legal Counsel (6+ PQE) – 12-Month Contract Contract: 12‑Month | Full‑TimeStart Date: January 2026Location: LondonHybrid Working: 2 days in office, 3 days WFH We’re partnering with a leading global investment advisory firm that provides a full suite of services to institutional investors, family offices, and intermediaries. With a focus on alternative investments across Hedge Funds, Private Equity, Real Assets, and more, this organization prides itself on independence, transparency, and industry‑leading best practices. They are looking for a Legal Counsel to join the team on a 12‑month contract, reporting to the General Counsel, to support legal and compliance matters across the business. This is a varied role offering exposure to multiple teams and functions globally. What You’ll Be Doing

Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including service agreements, NDAs, supplier contracts, and RFP responses. Provide legal guidance across the business, supporting functions such as Compliance, Client Services, Research, HR, IT, and other teams on strategic initiatives, regulatory matters, business negotiations, and general corporate matters. Work with external counsel where required, documenting advice and ensuring follow‑up on legal matters. Support global legal projects, corporate governance, and, where required, company secretarial responsibilities. Liaise and collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders at all levels across multiple jurisdictions, including the US, UK, Cyprus, and Asia. Participate in compliance or legal committees and client or external‑facing events as needed.

Who You Are

Experienced in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements (NDAs, service agreements, supplier contracts, RFP responses). Solutions‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple legal matters across different areas. Knowledgeable in data protection and/or intellectual property law is a plus. Comfortable collaborating with cross‑functional teams including Finance, HR, IT, and Communications. Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks in the investment advisory sector is advantageous. Employment law knowledge is desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative team player mindset.

Why This Role This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to a global investment firm, work on complex commercial and regulatory matters, and be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and high professional standards. Seniority level: AssociateEmployment type: Full‑TimeJob function: LegalIndustries: Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr