LEGAL ASSISTANT

Industry:Investment Management

Job Description:

• Assist General Counsel with legal, compliance and administrative support across all business lines (including fund management, capital markets and M&A).
• Prepare and edit legal documents, regulatory filings, project plans and internal policies & procedures
• Management and track workflows and submission deadlines
• Assist with the implementation of corporate governance policies and monitor the same.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams for the preparation, review and collation of due diligence and KYC/KYB materials
• Assist clients with onboarding at counterparties and service providers (including Fund Administrators, Prime Brokers, Banks, Auditors and Legal Counsel)
• Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes in respect of the same

Job Requirements:

• University degreeand/or professional qualification
• 1+ year of experienceas a paralegal, legal assistant or similar in a reputable law firm, financial institution or corporate
• Familiarity with legal procedures and financial servicesregulation in the DIFC, UAE or comparable jurisdiction
• Corporate law, Banking & Financeand/or similar experience preferred
• Immediately availablecandidates will only be considered.