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.

Position: Legal Counsel

We seek an accomplished in-house legal counsel, preferably with expertise in mutual funds, financial transactions, and cross-border fund distribution. This role is ideal for professionals with exceptional drafting, vetting, and negotiation skills who can navigate the complexities of global financial markets.

Qualifications

Law graduate/postgraduate (LLB/LLM) with at least 5 years of experience in financial services, fund management, or a top-tier law firm.

Expertise in investment and fund management laws, fund structuring, financial instruments, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Solution-oriented, proactive, and self-driven with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead and drive action.

Key Responsibilities

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.

Why Join Silverdale Capital?

- 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.