Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be a Legal Counsel within the Group Legal team. The team supports Man Group in executing its commercial and corporate strategy, protecting it against legal risk and promotes high standards of corporate governance and legal compliance. The role is based in London but involves working with colleagues internationally, in particular the US, Europe and Asia. This is a broad role which encompasses both advisory and transactional matters across every aspect of Man Group’s business, including advising on a wide range of commercial issues which may involve commercial contracts, employment, data protection, real estate, M&A and financial services regulation.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, as well as responding to day-to-day legal queries;
• Providing legal advice on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, escalating complex issues to senior team members as appropriate;
• Advising on the legal aspects of corporate projects, such as restructurings or acquisitions;
• Working alongside the data protection team on data protection matters, including assisting with compliance and advising on privacy-related issues;
• Supporting the corporate real estate team on matters related to Man Group’s office leases;
• Monitoring legal and regulatory developments relevant to Man Group, and assisting in the implementation of related changes; and
• Providing legal support to Man Group’s sales and marketing teams in relation to the distribution of Man Group’s investment products on a global basis.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues across the global Group Legal team, demonstrate a willingness to learn, and maintain clear and professional communication with stakeholders. The role requires the ability to manage workload efficiently and seek guidance from senior team members when faced with unfamiliar issues.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Qualified solicitor admitted to practice in England & Wales, with approximately 2-4 years’ post-qualification experience. 
• Excellent academic qualifications are essential, as is some experience of drafting and negotiating contracts. 
• Knowledge of alternative investment funds and their regulation is a plus, as is any time spent working in an in-house environment.
• Should approach work proactively and be able to work independently within a collaborative team environment. 
• Should possess strong legal skills and be able to apply them using sound commercial judgment and approach legal issues with a practical, business-focussed mindset.
• Effective interpersonal skills are fundamental, with an ability to communicate effectively and constructively.