Overview
We are currently looking for a colleague to join our Securities Legal Team that is a part of our Legal Fund Governance Department. We are responsible for providing legal advice for all entities of the Universal Investment Group.
Your tasks and responsibilities
* Independent examination and negotiation of fund related documentation/contracts under German law and providing templates of legal documents for departments.
* Review and negotiation of OTC contract documentation (DRV/ISDA) for various OTC products (e.g. credit derivatives).
* Legal support of class action proceedings for companies of the Universal Group.
* Handling legal issues for management, specialized departments and affiliated companies.
* Legal support, processing and evaluation of national and international legal developments such as directives and proposed legislation / advising the specialist departments regarding the implementation of legal and regulatory requirements for the investment business.
Your skills and experience
* Two state exams in law or comparable qualifications
* Professional experience of at least 4 years in the legal department of an investment company and/or a bank and/or a law or auditing firm desirable
* Working knowledge in the area of OTC derivates contracts (DRV/ISDA)
* Knowledge of German and, if applicable, international investment law desirable
* A careful and analytical way of working
* Very good knowledge of English
* Ability to work in a team and service-orientation
What we offer
* An exciting working environment and challenging tasks
* Extensive insight into the European fund industry
* Friendly, international and goal-oriented working environment
* High degree of independent work
* Attractive home office arrangements and working time flexibility
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
* Industries: Financial Services and Investment Management
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