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 We are working with a well regarded organisation who is seeking a Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel to support a broad range of corporate and commercial activities, including complex transactions and strategic projects.
 
 
 
 
 You will play a key role in supporting asset management, joint venture governance, and business-wide decision-making across a diverse and evolving portfolio.
 
 
 To be considered you must have:
 
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 7+PQE and qualified in UK, US or Australia etc.
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 Solid private practice training at a well regarded international firm
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 Strong background in corporate and transactional work
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 If you meet the criteria, please get in touch with a copy of your CV at charlotte.hannaway@robertwalters.com and if suitable I will be in touch to arrange a confidential discussion. Due to the volume of applications, unfortunately people who are not suitable will not be contacted.
 
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In-House Corporate/M&A Lawyer

Metals Settlement Associate A leading global financial institution is seeking a Metals Settlement Associate to join their London-based physical metals operations team. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to become a key point of contact between custodians and clients, supporting both base and precious metals trading activities across the globe. . The organisation is renowned for its commitment to collaboration, professional development, and fostering a supportive work environment where your interpersonal skills and attention to detail will be highly valued. You will benefit from a hybrid working model that balances meaningful in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, ensuring you can connect with colleagues while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding customer service, thrive in a team-oriented setting, and possess strong analytical abilities, this role offers the perfect platform for your career growth. What you'll do: <ul> <li>Organise complex work information meticulously to ensure accuracy and completeness throughout all settlement processes.</li><li>Address and process escalated customer transaction requests and inquiries with empathy and professionalism, providing solutions or escalating issues when necessary.</li><li>Research discrepancies in transactions or records thoroughly, resolving issues independently or referring them to management as appropriate.</li><li>Prepare, check, and dispatch invoices to clients within required timelines, maintaining clear communication and documentation at every stage.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive records of all transactions, ensuring proper documentation for future reference and compliance requirements.</li><li>Oversee daily metals settlements and process customers' metal transfer requests efficiently, ensuring seamless execution of trades.</li><li>Update financial systems and inventory systems accurately for all trades and transfer requests, retaining related supporting documents for audit purposes.</li><li>Ensure all shipping documentation and generated invoices are complete and compliant with regulatory standards before dispatching.</li><li>Build effective relationships with internal teams such as Middle Office, Front Office, Technology, as well as external stakeholders including custodians and clients.</li><li>Work independently on a range of complex tasks that may involve unique situations requiring thoughtful problem-solving.</li></ul> What you bring: <ul> <li>3-5 years of relevant experience in metals operations or financial services combined with a post-secondary degree in a related field or equivalent education and experience.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of products, services, processes, and controls within the business unit related to metals trading.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in standard desktop applications such as Excel along with department-specific systems and applications.</li><li>Comprehensive understanding of risk management principles and regulatory requirements applicable to metals settlements.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail enabling you to manage multiple simultaneous requests without compromising accuracy.</li><li>Proven ability to organise tasks effectively within environments characterised by competing priorities.</li><li>Demonstrated excellence in customer service through considerate communication and prompt resolution of client inquiries.</li><li>Outstanding verbal and written communication skills allowing you to interact clearly with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborative mindset with strong team skills that foster positive working relationships across departments.</li><li>Analytical thinking paired with data-driven decision-making capabilities essential for resolving complex operational challenges.</li></ul> Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Physical Metals Associate

Calling all Treasury professionals with existing Private Credit knowledge! Please reach out if you have: - Cash Management, Funding, Hedging and Liquidity experience (ideally 3-5 years) - Have been hands on with Distressed Debt, Structured Credit, Leveraged Loans, Special Situations, Tactical Opportunities, Senior Debt, or other Credit/ Lending product from within a Private Equity or Private Credit Fund. - Have used FIS. TREASURY ANALYST Salary: £55,000 - 75,000Location: London If you are looking for a role that combines operational excellence with strategic impact, flexible working opportunities, and ongoing professional development, this could be the perfect next step in your career. <ul> <li>Join a growing team at a respected alternative asset manager in London, offering direct involvement in new product launches and fund structures as part of their expansion strategy.</li><li>Benefit from a competitive salary package between £55,000 - £75,000 alongside flexible working opportunities and access to advanced treasury systems such as FIS Integrity.</li><li>Work closely with senior leadership on high-impact projects including liquidity planning, debt facility operations, FX hedging strategies, and process improvement initiatives within a supportive and collaborative environment.</li></ul> What you'll do: As a Treasury Analyst based in London, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of the organisation's treasury function during an exciting period of growth. Your day-to-day responsibilities will centre around managing liquidity frameworks, monitoring cash flows across multiple funds, producing detailed KPI reports for stakeholders, operating complex debt facilities, overseeing FX hedging strategies for significant fund exposures, liaising with deal teams on investment-driven liquidity planning, standardising reporting processes, supervising payment approvals, upholding rigorous data governance standards, maintaining compliance through risk-focused controls, and supporting the rollout of FIS Integrity. Success in this role will require you to combine technical expertise with excellent interpersonal skills as you collaborate across departments to deliver best-in-class treasury solutions that underpin the company's strategic ambitions. <ul> <li>Lead daily cash forecasting activities while maintaining a robust liquidity and funding framework that supports both operational needs and investment objectives.</li><li>Monitor group-wide cash flows to ensure sufficient funding is available for all business operations and investments across multiple funds.</li><li>Produce accurate and insightful monthly treasury KPI reports for both internal management and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and clarity.</li><li>Operate and monitor various debt financing arrangements including asset-based lending (ABL), subscription lines (Sub-Line), and net asset value (NAV) facilities; assess borrowing capacity and manage debt usage while ensuring covenant compliance.</li><li>Manage €30bn of fund-level foreign exchange exposures by executing effective hedging strategies that support overall investment performance.</li><li>Liaise with deal teams to align liquidity planning with ongoing investment activity, standardising liquidity reporting processes across all relevant stakeholders.</li><li>Oversee payment processing workflows and approvals to maintain operational efficiency and control over financial transactions.</li><li>Uphold data integrity through strong governance processes and controls designed to safeguard sensitive information within treasury operations.</li><li>Maintain a risk-focused approach by ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and promoting operational resilience throughout all treasury activities.</li><li>Support the implementation of FIS Integrity by collaborating with technology teams to optimise system functionality for treasury processes.</li></ul> What you bring: <ul> <li>Proven experience in liquidity forecasting and cash modelling within private credit or private equity environments is essential for success in this role.</li><li>Demonstrated track record managing complex treasury structures such as pooling arrangements or multi-layered fund hierarchies within global capital markets or alternative investment management.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial markets with particular expertise in alternative investments including debt instruments and foreign exchange exposures.</li><li>Qualified or part-qualified treasury/accounting professional credentials (such as DipTM, ACCA or CIMA) are required to meet regulatory standards.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modelling purposes along with PowerPoint for stakeholder presentations; experience using data visualisation tools like Power BI or Qlik is highly desirable.</li><li>Hands-on experience with FIS Integrity or Quantum systems is necessary to support ongoing transformation initiatives within the treasury function.</li><li>Exceptional analytical skills including expertise in cash flow modelling techniques and scenario analysis methodologies are vital for informed decision-making.</li><li>Effective communication abilities combined with a collaborative approach enable successful stakeholder management across internal teams and external partners.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines efficiently while prioritising tasks in a high-volume environment ensures consistent delivery against key objectives.</li><li>Change-oriented mindset with proven experience driving process improvement initiatives or participating in project delivery within finance operations.</li></ul> Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Treasury Analyst/ Associate

Role: Key Account Manager Salary: £42,000 - £47,000 Location: Birmingham Job type: Permanent We are on the lookout for an ambitious and results-oriented Key Account Manager who will play a pivotal role in nurturing strategic client relationships while driving revenue growth across established accounts. This position is integral to ensuring exceptional service delivery, identifying opportunities for expansion, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Spearhead account development through strategic planning and uncovering opportunities to introduce additional solutions or services.</li><li>Handle escalations promptly, ensuring swift resolution to maintain strong client relationships.</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for service delivery, ensuring operational excellence by monitoring KPIs, SLAs, and client feedback surveys.</li><li>Build and inspire a high-performing team focused on delivering outstanding results for clients.</li><li>Identify potential risks within accounts and implement proactive measures to mitigate issues effectively.</li><li>Collaborate closely with internal teams to support seamless execution of new projects or business transitions for clients.</li><li>Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews, facilitating client meetings and presenting insights to strengthen partnerships.</li><li>Take full commercial responsibility for managing client accounts, including overseeing profitability, pricing strategies, and P&L performance to meet financial objectives.</li></ul> Ideal Candidate Profile: <ul> <li>Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities that foster collaboration and trust.</li><li>Extensive experience in managing customer accounts with a proven ability to resolve challenges and enhance service offerings.</li><li>Leadership expertise demonstrated through successfully developing and motivating teams.</li><li>Strong strategic thinking skills paired with sound business acumen.</li><li>A solid background in 3PL, logistics, or distribution is essential; familiarity with fashion-related clients would be advantageous.</li><li>Experience managing P&L would be highly beneficial.</li></ul> Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Key Account Manager

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Finance Transformation Manager to join their technology team in London. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to spearhead complex change initiatives that modernise finance functions, enhance regulatory compliance, and deliver strategic value. To excel as a Finance Transformation Manager, you will bring proven expertise gained from working within banking or financial services environments. Your background should include hands-on involvement in finance process improvement projects where you have applied technology solutions to streamline operations. You will possess strong interpersonal skills that enable you to collaborate effectively with both clients and colleagues while demonstrating empathy during stakeholder engagements. Your experience managing complex projects will be complemented by an accountancy qualification along with deep knowledge of regulatory requirements affecting the . Key experience required: <ul> <li>Demonstrated understanding of current banking industry trends as well as regulatory frameworks impacting financial services organisations.</li><li>Proven experience in finance process improvement initiatives including financial reporting optimisation, transactional processing enhancements, or financial planning & analysis automation.</li><li>Familiarity with finance transformation technologies such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, data analytics platforms, or cloud-based solutions.</li><li>Track record of effective project management skills including the ability to deliver results on time while managing budgets responsibly.</li><li>Excellent communication abilities enabling you to engage empathetically with clients and colleagues at all levels.</li><li>Interpersonal skills that foster collaboration within teams as well as across departments or client organisations.</li><li>Leadership qualities demonstrated through mentoring others in a supportive manner that encourages growth and knowledge sharing.</li><li>Experience supporting regulatory-driven change programmes within banking or financial services environments.</li><li>Ability to facilitate productive workshops or meetings that bring together diverse perspectives for shared decision-making.</li><li>Accountancy qualification accompanied by substantial post-qualification experience in finance strategy or change delivery roles.</li></ul> If this role is of interest, please apply below. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Finance Transformation Manager - ERP/Data/Cloud - Banking

A leading global financial institution is seeking a Clearing Operations Associate to join their London-based team. The role sits within a dynamic operations department specialising in post-transaction management for exchange-traded derivative positions. CLEARING OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE Salary: £50-60kLocation: City of London Hybrid: 3 days in office/ 2 from home A leading global financial institution is seeking a Clearing Operations Associate to join their London-based team. The role sits within a dynamic operations department specialising in post-transaction management for exchange-traded derivative positions, providing you with exposure to a wide range of financial products and markets. You will benefit from flexible working opportunities, supportive leadership, and a culture that values career transparency, mobility, and personal development. If you are looking for a position where your attention to detail, collaborative spirit, and passion for finance will be recognised and nurtured, this is the perfect next step in your career. What you'll do: As a Clearing Operations Associate based in London, you will play an integral role in supporting the post-transaction management of exchange-traded derivative positions. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve handling client queries with care and precision, maintaining open interest records across European markets, overseeing physical deliveries of various derivative products, facilitating option expiries, ensuring accurate allocation of business transactions, resolving reconciliation breaks promptly, supporting trade allocation processes, releasing regulatory reports on schedule, monitoring CCP reconciliations in real time, and collaborating with internal teams to enhance operational workflows. Success in this role requires you to be dependable, detail-oriented, responsive under pressure, and committed to delivering high-quality service while adapting quickly to new processes. Manage client queries and communications related to derivatives. Maintain open interest records across all European markets. Oversee the end-to-end process of physical delivery for derivative products. Manage and facilitate option expiry processes across all European markets. Ensure all derivatives business is accurately allocated and claimed within required timelines to support seamless transaction processing. Action and clear reconciliation breaks by T+1 through diligent monitoring and resolution activities. Support trade allocation processes as well as break resolution and give-ups to maintain operational efficiency. Release regulatory reports in accordance with deadlines while managing derivative settlements and physical deliveries. Monitor real-time central counterparty (CCP) reconciliations to ensure accurate trade processing and settlement. Collaborate closely with internal teams such as Client Operations, Control, and Operational Change Support. What you bring: Experience with derivatives products including associated clearing processes is essential. Experience using exchange GUIs or SEALs platforms would be advantageous (eg. Eurex GUI, ECS, LMEsmart). Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing when handling client queries or collaborating with colleagues on operational matters. Strong numeracy skills combined with speed and meticulous attention to detail when processing large volumes of transactions or reconciling data. Proven capability to meet regulatory deadlines while maintaining composure under pressure in a busy operations environment. Genuine enthusiasm for financial markets demonstrated through previous experience relevant to derivatives clearing or trade processing. Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel for data analysis or reporting purposes. What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out as one of the world's premier providers of clearing services- consistently ranking among the top three clearers globally based on turnover and market share. With approximately 15 million transactions processed daily across every major time zone, they offer unparalleled exposure to international financial markets. The team supports a broad range of derivative products, offering excellent exposure across multiple markets. Their remit goes beyond that of a traditional back-office function, giving team members valuable exposure and interaction across the business. Staff are also encouraged to contribute to process improvement, automation and change initiatives, creating a dynamic and collaborative environment. The company has an impressive record of staff retention, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to develop and progress within the team. If you are interested, please apply today by clicking on the link below. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Clearing Operations Associate

Contracts Manager - Robert Walters Placing the best candidates in legal positions across the Middle East. A new project company in the UAE is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead contract arrangements and legal agreements for a recently acquired project. This is a hands on, individual contributor role, reporting directly to the CEO. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Draft and manage long term shareholder agreements and non standard contracts between the legal company and O&M contractors.</li> <li>Provide contractual support for the new project company from scratch. </li><li>Collaborate with the CEO, project manager, and legal/asset teams to ensure sound contractual governance.</li> </ul> Requirements: <ul> <li>10+ years' experience in contracts, legal arrangements, or related roles; formal legal qualification desirable but not essential.</li> <li>Engineering background or experience in utilities/power projects is advantageous.</li> <li>Experience with non standard contracts and project company structures preferred.</li> </ul> Seniority level <ul> <li>Mid Senior level</li> </ul> Employment type <ul> <li>Full time</li> </ul> Job function <ul> <li>Legal</li> <li>Industries: Legal Services</li> </ul> Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Robert Walters by 2x.

Contracts Manager

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