Regulatory Lawyer

Job Description

Who were looking for Schroders Legal team has a vacancy for an experienced financial services regulatory lawyer. The role is new and will supplement existing expertise in providing regulatory advice and support for the Schroders Group businesses inthe EMEA region, but with a particular focus on Schroders core asset management and private assets businesses. About Schroders Were a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet theirgoals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 5,000 people on six continents. And weve been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesnt change is our commitment to helping our clients,and society, prosper. The base We moved into our new HQ in the City of London in 2018. Were close to our clients, in the heart of the UKs financial centre. And we have everything we need to work flexibly. The team In the London-based Schroders legal teamthere are around thirty lawyers. The role will sit within a small team of lawyers in the Investment legal team responsible for advising on a range of issues and supporting regulatory change within the EMEA region. What youll doproviding day-to-day supportadvising Schroders business teams on current asset management, banking and insurance regulations in the EMEA region applicable to the Schroders group;identifying and assessing actual and potential regulatory developments applicable to Schroders assetmanagement, wealth management and insurance businesses across the EMEA region;working closely alongside and providing support to the Compliance and Risk teams in their oversight of Schroders businesses and to the Operations teams in the implementation ofregulatory requirements;working within Schroders existing regulatory change frameworks and acting as a key contributor to the design and implementation of regulatory change projects within the EMEA region;coordinating closely with colleagues in continentalEurope, the Americas and APAC to support cross-border elements of Schroders business, such as delegation of portfolio management, in-sourcing of shared services and global distribution of financial products;collaborating with Schroders Public Policy teamto engage early with upcoming regulations including responding to consultations on new law and regulation and providing support with engagement with regulators on key pieces of upcoming regulation; andadvising on, amongst other topics, the FCA Handbook,the PRA Rulebook, CRDV/IFPR, MAR, ESG initiatives, AIFMD, the UCITS Directive and Solvency II.there would be an opportunity to be involved in reg change issues outside EMEA, although the UK/EMEA is the main focus The knowledge, experience and qualificationsyou needQualified lawyer with experience in advising on a broad range of non-contentious financial services regulatory matters with private practice experience gained in a strong regulatory team.Strong understanding of the regulatory framework applicableto the asset management, banking and insurance sectors in the EMEA region.Good knowledge of PRA Rule Book and/or FCA Handbook.The ability to analyse complex legal issues and explain outcomes in plain English.Excellent written and verbal communicationskills, with strong attention to detail.Ability to use outside counsel and other in-house legal resources and networks efficiently. Obtaining focused and cost-effective advice as required.Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to work under pressureand to meet deadlines.Develops effective relationships with internal clients and gains their trust and respect.Team player with positive and pro-active attitude.Liaises clearly and openly with line manager and with all departments/areas throughoutSchroders.we should like one additional European language - ideally German or French What youll be likeExcellent written and verbal communication.Excellent attention to detail and procedure.Strong interpersonal skills including the ability toliaise with staff at all levels.Genuinely pro-active and keen to take responsibility.Strong organisational/prioritisation skillsA keen sense of team spirit and a team player.Resilient, approachable and confident Were looking for the best, whoeverthey are Schroders is an equal opportunities employer. Youre welcome here whatever your socio-economic background, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious belief, age or disability.