About Moreton Capital Partners
Moreton Capital Partners (MCP) is a CFTC regulated systematic, technology-first investment manager trading across commodities, alternative markets, and emerging data-rich asset classes. We combine quantitative modelling, agentic AI, and deep domain expertise to build strategies with durable, uncorrelated alpha.
Prediction markets are one of the firm's high-conviction growth areas. We are building a dedicated strategy, partnering and trading on world leading event contract platforms, and are hiring an experienced Portfolio Manager to help lead it.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented
Legal & Operations Intern
to support legal, compliance, corporate, and operational activities across the firm. This role works closely with leadership, the operations team, external counsel, and other cross-functional teams.
The internship offers hands-on exposure to the day-to-day legal and operational needs of a growing investment manager. The intern will assist with agreements, documentation, compliance initiatives, corporate records, research, and a variety of operational projects.
This is a broad, high-impact internship adecuado for someone who is proactive, eager to learn, comfortable taking ownership of tasks, and interested in gaining exposure to how a sophisticated financial firm operates.
Contracts & Agreements
Assist with drafting, reviewing, editing, and tracking agreements and legal documents
Support the preparation and organisation of NDAs, consulting agreements, vendor agreements, employment-related documents, offer letters, and amendments
Assist with contract execution and signature workflows
Help maintain contract repositories and document management systems
Track agreement renewals, obligations, and key deadlines
Employment & HR Legal Support
Assist with offer letters and employment-related documentation
Support onboarding and employment documentation processes
Help maintain employment compliance records and documentation
Assist HR and leadership with policy updates and internal documentation




Support the organisation of employee and contractor records
Legal Research
Conduct legal and regulatory research across relevant jurisdictions
Help monitor regulatory developments affecting the business
Summarise research findings for leadership, the operations team, and external counsel
Support special projects requiring legal, regulatory, or compliance research
Corporate Governance
Assist with maintaining corporate records and legal documentation
Support the preparation of board materials, resolutions, and corporate filings
Help coordinate documentation with external counsel, service providers, and regulatory bodies
Assist with entity management and governance processes
Administrative & Operational Support
Support the
Operations team
with day-to-day operational, administrative, and cross-functional projects
Assist with coordinating legal, compliance, and operational initiatives across the firm
Maintain organised filing systems, records, and documentation
Track critical deadlines, renewals, filings, and action items
Assist with preparing reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and internal documentation
Support onboarding, vendor management, documentation, and other operational workflows
Assist leadership and the Operations team with special projects, research, and business initiatives
Help improve internal processes and organisation as the firm continues to grow
Handle confidential business, legal, and operational information with discretion and professionalism
Requirements
Requirements
Currently pursuing a degree in law
Strong interest in legal operations, compliance, corporate matters, financial services, or business operations
Strong research and analytical skills




Exceptional attention to detail and organisational ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working independently and asking questions when needed
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and areas of the business
Preferred Qualifications
Previous internship, academic, or professional experience in legal, compliance, finance, operations, or a related area
Legal studies, business, finance, or related academic background
Familiarity with contracts, corporate governance, compliance, or employment matters
Experience with DocuSign, document management platforms, spreadsheets, or other business tools
Interest in financial markets, investment management, technology, or fintech
Who Thrives Here
The best candidates are proactive, resourceful, curious, and highly organised. They enjoy solving problems, learning quickly, taking ownership of their work, and supporting different areas of the business.
They are comfortable working across legal, compliance, and
operations
, handling sensitive information, and contributing wherever the team needs support. This internship is particularly well suited to someone who wants broad exposure to how a growing investment management firm operates and is excited to learn in a fast-moving environment.
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a short covering note explaining your interest in the internship. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Strong candidates will have an initial conversation with the MCP team, followed by a discussion about their experience, interests, availability, and working style.
Benefits
Competitive compensation and market-leading benefits
Significant exposure to leadership and strategic initiatives
Career development opportunities as the firm continues to grow
Positive, collaborative, and high-performance work environment

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