Associate Corporate Counsel

What is the Associate Corporate Counsel responsible for?

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic legal team member determined to contribute to high service standards and the continuing growth of the company, including its development in the alternative space. As legal counsel, you will oversee the legal and regulatory matters relating to the investment activities of UCITS as well as alternative investment funds, corporate and contractual matters, set up of investment vehicles, international private law matters as well as legal questions related to Franklin Templeton products, funds and entities.

What are the ongoing responsibilities of an Associate Corporate Counsel?- Negotiate, draft and review contracts and other legal documents in English.- Coordinate legal tasks in relation with structuring of fund investment, including corporate and regulatory matters.- Working with local law firms to provide practical legal advice and assist with decision making process.- Follow legal and regulatory development to advise business on actions required to comply with European and local rules and regulations.

What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?- At least a 4 years Law degree. A bar qualification would be a plus.- Proven experience in an international multilingual environment (experience in a law firm is an advantage).- Knowledge of asset management legal and regulatory environment would be an advantage.- You have a good understanding of AIF and UCITS funds with the ability to work with external legal counsel on fund setup and other regulatory and fund related matters- Fluent in English (oral and writing).- Ability to work within a team environment and good communication skills.- Excellent organisational skills and ability to assist people located in other jurisdictions.- Accountability, Judgement and Decision Making.

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- What makes Franklin Templeton unique?
- In addition to the dynamic and professional environment at Franklin Templeton, we strive to ensure that our employees have access to a competitive and valuable set of
- Total Rewards
—the mix of both monetary and non-monetary rewards provided to you in recognition for your time, talents, efforts, and results. Highlights of our benefits include - contributory pension scheme, private healthcare plan, PHI, life insurance, Employee Stock Investment Program, incentive plans, purchase of company funds with no sales charge, educational reimbursement and on-site training.
- We believe that being a good corporate citizen is good business. To us, corporate citizenship means being accountable, serving our clients, being an employer of choice, managing our environmental impact, and
- supporting our communities
- An emphasis on corporate citizenship is embedded in our culture and values, and is an important element of how we achieve success.
- We are also committed to your learning and development with resources focused around
_Experience, Exposure, and Education, _to help you achieve your professional development goals.
- Franklin Templeton values
- diversity
in its workforce and welcomes employees from different backgrounds, generations, capabilities, cultural identification, sexual orientations, and gender expression, in addition to other attributes that contribute to a truly diverse and inclusive community. As part of this in Luxembourg we’re member of the Diversity Charter Luxembourg since 2018.
- If you have a flexible working arrangement within your current role - or are seeking a flexible working pattern - please let us know so we can consider this during the hiring process. Applications from Returners - individuals who have taken a period of time out of work - are also encouraged. This is part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment.

Applications are only considered through our website Franklin Templeton Careers.
- Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a_
- diverse and inclusive_