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Job title: Head of Legal Reports to: Global CEO, Singapore Location: Open: Mumbai/Delhi Bangalore About Lighthouse Canton: Founded in 2014, Lighthouse Canton is a Singapore-headquartered global investment management firm with US$ 3.5+ billion in Assets Under Management (AUM). Lighthouse Canton is one of the leading and award-winning investment firms in the region, focusing on managing funds with uncorrelated investment strategies, providing investors with the opportunity to achieve consistent returns across market cycles. The firm has 140+ professionals with additional offices in Dubai and India. Job Summary: - The Head of Legal will lead and manage all legal aspects of the firm. - This role includes providing strategic legal advice, overseeing the negotiation and management of contracts, mitigating legal risks, and supporting business operations across multiple jurisdictions. - The successful candidate will have deep expertise in wealth management, investment products, and a strong understanding of global financial regulations. - They will lead the legal team, ensure effective legal risk management, and provide counsel on transactions and corporate governance matters. Key Responsibilities: 1. Legal Advisory & Strategy: - Act as the chief legal advisor to senior leadership on all legal matters related to the firm's Private Wealth and Asset Management businesses. - Monitor changes in laws and regulations impacting the business, providing timely and actionable advice. 2. Contract Management: - Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including investment advisory agreements, asset management agreements, client agreements, and vendor contracts. - Ensure all contracts are compliant with applicable laws and structured to protect the firms interests. - Manage relationships with external legal counsel as needed for specialized matters. 3. Risk Management: - Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with the firm's business activities. - Establish internal processes and policies to minimize legal risks and ensure best practices. - Collaborate with the business and operational teams to address potential legal risks proactively. 4. Dispute Resolution & Litigation: - Manage and oversee all aspects of dispute resolution, including arbitration and litigation involving the firm. - Engage and supervise external counsel for complex litigation matters. - Lead internal investigations and resolve legal issues that may arise from client complaints, regulatory challenges, or business activities. 5. Corporate Governance - Provide legal counsel on corporate governance matters, ensuring that the firm adheres to fiduciary duties and other governance requirements. - Support the board of directors and senior management on legal aspects of strategic initiatives and corporate structure. - Advise on shareholder agreements, board resolutions, and other governancerelated documentation. 6. Leadership & Team Management - Lead, mentor, and manage the in-house legal team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. - Develop the legal teams expertise to ensure that they are equipped to support the firms growth and evolving legal needs. - Oversee the teams work on a broad range of legal matters, ensuring hig standards and timely delivery of legal services. Key Requirements: - Education: - LLB or JD from an accredited law school. - Postgraduate qualifications (e.g., LLM) in a related field would be advantageous. - Experience: - Minimum 10 years of experience in legal roles within private wealth management, asset management, or financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role. - Proven expertise in investment products, client agreements, and asset management structures. Skills: - Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal issues in clear, actionable terms. - Strong leadership and team management capabilities. - Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate legal risks and opportunities. - Expertise in dispute resolution and litigation management. Other: - Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Familiarity with legal aspects of fintech and digital transformation in wealth management would be an added advantage

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Lighthouse Canton - Head - Legal 

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