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Funds Regulatory Associate - Leading Global Law Firm 2-5 PQE

  • Location:

    London

  • Sector:

    Private Practice

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Contact:

    Matthew Makrinos

  • Contact email:

    matthew@rutherfordsearch.com

  • Contact phone:

    020 3137 3740

  • Published:

    6 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-04-20

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Our client

A leading global law firm is seeking a talented Funds Regulatory Associate to join their highly regarded non-contentious financial services regulatory practice in London. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven associate to advise institutional and alternative investment managers and advisers on all aspects of the U.K. and EU financial services regulatory framework.


The Role

As a Funds Regulatory Associate, you will play a crucial role in providing practical and commercial guidance on complex financial regulatory issues to the firm's prestigious clients in the U.K. and the EU. You will work closely with the firm's senior management and compliance teams to advise on the conduct of financial services business, often on a cross-border basis. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in the U.S. and Asia on integrated legal services focused on securities laws, compliance, and regulation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on U.K. and EU financial services regulations, including AIFMD, MiFID II, MAR, EMIR, and more

  • Provide regulatory guidance on fund structuring, trading arrangements, financial products, and governance systems

  • Support clients with authorization applications, regulatory filings, and compliance frameworks

  • Collaborate on cross-border matters with teams in the U.S. and Asia

  • Engage directly with clients and senior stakeholders on strategic regulatory issues


Requirements

  • 2-4 PQE with experience in financial services regulatory matters

  • Strong knowledge of FSMA 2000, FCA Handbook, MiFID II, and AIFMD

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Self-starter with a commercial and solution-oriented approach

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, international environment

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For more information about this position, please get in touch with Matthew Makrinos.
Email: matthew@rutherfordsearch.com
Phone: 020 3137 3740