Job Description

Job description

Some careers open more doors than others.

If you\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a career that will unlock new opportunities, join HSBC and experience the possibilities. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

Legal plays an important role in protecting the Group\xe2\x80\x99s reputation by helping to future-proof the organisation through robust legal risk and issue advisory. Responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice to senior management and all businesses and functions, the team offers a diverse range of legal skills, jurisdictional experience and practice specialisms across all countries and territories in which our businesses operate.

The Alternatives business within Asset Management has a clear growth and transformation agenda in terms of development of new products, targeting of new client sectors and growth of assets under management (AUM) and revenue. These targets are challenging and the business will require substantial and effective legal support in achieving them.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In this role you will:

• Provide legal support for the HSBC Alternative funds business supporting fund establishments, fund investments and mandates.
• Advise and assist in the implementation of legislation, regulations and best practice relating to alternative funds and their marketing and distribution.
• Manage legal risk in relation to the Global Alternatives business in accordance with group policy requirements.
• Support HSBC\xe2\x80\x99s Conduct Policy to ensure good client outcomes and to fully participate in and support the strategic objectives of HSBC Asset Management, and the objectives of the wider HSBC Legal Function. This includes supporting the creation of a supportive, inclusive and enabling working environment.

Requirements

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements:

• Experienced qualified lawyer
• Experience and knowledge of either fund establishment or fund investment in relevant alternative asset classes, mainly real estate, private equity, private credit, infrastructure debt and venture capital.
• Ability to manage and prioritise different workloads
• Maintain successful and mutually supportive working relationships with members of AM Legal and wider HSBC Legal team

This role is based in London - Hybrid.

Opening up a world of opportunity

We believe that being open to a range of perspectives and cultures is vital for our business. We work hard to ensure our diverse and inclusive workplace reflects the communities we serve. We want everyone to achieve their potential \xe2\x80\x93 regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. If you have a different way of seeing the world, we are interested in hearing from you.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our recruitment processes are accessible to everyone - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse.

If you\xe2\x80\x99d like to apply for one of our roles and need adjustments made, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk:

Email: hsbc.recruitment@hsbc.com
Telephone: +44 207 832 8500

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