In-House Legal Counsel

Silverdale Capital Pte Ltd, licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), manages award-winning funds such as Silverdale Bond Fund, Silverdale USD India Bond Fund, Silverdale Fixed Maturity Funds (FMPs), and Silverdale Credit Opportunities Fund. With a strong track record of performance, global reach, and a commitment to excellence, we provide a dynamic platform for legal professionals to excel in the sophisticated world of asset management. We are currently looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team. The ideal candidate should be an accomplished in-house legal counsel, preferably with expertise in mutual funds, financial transactions, and cross-border fund distribution. This role requires individuals with exceptional drafting, vetting, and negotiation skills who can navigate the complexities of global financial markets. The candidate should hold a graduate/postgraduate (LLB/LLM) degree with at least 5 years of experience in financial services, fund management, or a top-tier law firm. The key responsibilities of the Legal Counsel position include: Legal & Contract Management: - Draft, review, interpret, and negotiate financial contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence. - Structure and vet agreements with distributors, platforms, retrocession agents, and service providers. - Negotiate and finalize prime brokerage, GMRA, ISDA, and custody agreements. - Provide legal insights on investment structures, financial instruments, cross-border fund distribution, and regulatory compliance. - Offer corporate and commercial legal advisory, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Investment & Risk Support: - Analyse legal risks and enforceability concerns in various investment products. - Support marketing, investor relations, and due diligence (DDQ) processes. - Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulators, institutional investors, and counterparties. Regulatory & Compliance: - Continuously update Silverdale Risk Management Program and Internal Compliance Manual to align with evolving regulations. - Ensure adherence to local and international compliance frameworks by adapting policies and protocols as needed. - Manage and respond to regulatory inquiries and investor due diligence requests. Joining Silverdale Capital offers the following benefits: - Industry leadership: Work with a firm consistently ranked among top-performing bond funds. - Growth and career progression: Gain exposure to multiple jurisdictions, complex financial instruments, and cross-border fund structuring; and engage with leading financial institutions, prime brokers, and regulators worldwide. - Collegial and high-performance culture: Join an elite team in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.,