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(SENIOR) LAWYER
Our client is a leading independent financial advisory group providing sustainable investment solutions for Asia and other Emerging Markets. With an established presence in Zurich and globally, our client is enjoying a period of growth, and looking to hire a new professional and experienced
(SENIOR) LAWYER
You will be working in a small team of high dynamic and professional Legal specialist. Focusing on legal aspect of Transactions and also Investment Structuring (incl. Compliance, Tax and Regulatory).
this includes support cross-border investment deal activities.
Responsibilities:
• The go to person for all special Funds and jurisdiction questions (coordination and facilitation of cross-border transactions), drafting and reviewing legal documentation and setting up and maintaining investment vehicles in various onshore and offshore jurisdictions. Also all compliance matters for Product Offerings globally.
• You will be responsible for Compliance related matters for the groups worldwide companies and activities. Working very closely and the expert supporting all teams and units within the group (Front, Operations, Corporate, Finance, etc.)
• You will be responsible for Regulatory matters, controlling and advising on global tax reporting standards (CRS, FATCA, , etc.) and ensuring high level of KYC and AML standards are adhered to.
• Strong internal and external contact “Point of Contact” for all teams, external lawyers, regulatory and government authorities, stakeholders, etc.
• Involved in various projects and legal matters including, Corporate Governance, Licenses and issues concerning entities abroad, supporting HR in international legal matters
• You will also be responsible for licenses of regulated Group companies internationally and related corporate governance matters.
Requirements:
• YOU MUST HAVE Legal education, possibly Compliance further studies
• YOU MUST HAVE Minimum 7 years of professional experience financial Services, with strong investment know-how and strong technical knowledge of banking products
• YOU MUST HAVE Knowledge of regulatory matters (MiFID, FIDLEG, FINIG, AIFMD, etc.). Solid understanding
• YOU MUST HAVE Excellent in German and English language skills especially legal drafting/written skills
• Strong experience/knowledge of tax related and compliance matters (FATCA, CRS, etc.)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for in a dynamic and exciting new environment, then we would like to hear from you – Please send your CV to or contact Simon Portalski (043 817 70 80) for further information.
