Seeking a seasoned attorney to provide expert legal counsel on various asset classes. This role involves reviewing, drafting, and negotiating product documentation, as well as advising on investment-related financing.
Key Responsibilities
* Offer comprehensive legal guidance across capital markets, private equity, mutual and alternative funds, derivatives, and structured products.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to review, draft, and negotiate product documentation, including subscription agreements, side letters, ISDAs, term sheets, NDAs, and advisory/discretionary mandates.
* Provide strategic advice on investment-related financing documentation, such as credit, Lombard loans, pledges, collateral, and mortgage agreements.
General Legal Advice
* Support interactions between internal departments (HR, finance, IT, back/middle office) and external counsel.
* Offer expertise on corporate legal matters, including statutes, shareholder/board meetings, contracts with banks, IT providers, auditors, and other service partners.
* Assist in regulatory interactions (e.g., with FINMA) and assess the impact of new Swiss and international regulations.
* Support the implementation of IT tools and outsourcing initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Compliance and Governance
* Ensure adherence to AML, KYC, cross-border, and all applicable laws and regulations.
* Develop, implement, and update internal compliance policies and processes.
* Conduct regular compliance reviews and propose enhancements to internal control systems.
* Monitor regulatory changes and advise the business accordingly.
Requirements
* Minimum 5-10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in banking, portfolio management, fund houses, family offices, or law firms.
* Strong knowledge of legal/regulatory requirements and industry standards (AML, KYC, ICS, Corporate Governance).
* Expertise in Swiss and international law and financial instruments.
* Proficient in French and English.
* Proactive, solution-focused with strong multitasking, teamwork, integrity, and discretion.