Senior Legal Advisor – UK/EU Compliance

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States McCormack Schreiber Legal Search Full time
Legal Advisor for UK/EU Compliance (Fluency in German Required)

Position Overview:
We are collaborating with a leading global investment management firm seeking a skilled regulatory and compliance attorney to fill the role of Legal Advisor. This position can be based in either Chicago or New York and focuses on the legal and regulatory obligations in the UK and EU markets.

Key Benefits:
· Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
· Flexible hybrid work environment
· 100% employee-owned organization
· Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
· Recognized as a top employer in the financial services sector

Core Responsibilities:
· Supervise offerings based in the EU, particularly in Luxembourg and other relevant jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with documentation and regulatory requirements
· Manage the legal operations of the firm’s subsidiaries in the UK and Germany, along with other locations
· Stay informed on updates to UK and EU regulations, particularly in areas such as data protection, security, and anti-money laundering
· Revise and maintain UK and EU compliance policies and procedures, preparing necessary regulatory documentation as required
· Oversee the filing and tracking of ongoing obligations related to marketing initiatives and management of EU investment vehicles
· Address compliance requirements specific to marketing in the UK and EU, including adherence to AIFMD and private placement regulations

Qualifications Required:
· 7-12 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
· Proficiency in German
· Background in fund formation or M&A transactions, along with experience in regulatory registrations and documentation
· Knowledge of FCA and BaFin regulations, EU securities laws (including AIFMD), and the General Data Protection Regulation

Work Location:
Chicago or New York (Hybrid)

Position Type
  • Counsel
Employment Type
  • In-House
Practice Areas
  • Banking/Finance, Other
Job ID
  • 1801


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