FUND LEGAL COUNSEL, LUXEMBOURG (M/F)
THE JOB:
DO RECRUITMENT ADVISORS is proud to represent their client, an international asset manager in their search of a legal function responsible for product-related matters across jurisdictions. Based in Luxembourg the candidate will be a member of a truly multicultural and multilingual Legal & Governance Operations Team of 2 people locally, 13 overall.
The legal Counsel joins this team of legal experts and will be in charge of setting up investment funds, handling the legal aspects of Business of a UCITS Management company and an AIFM under the supervision of the CSSF, and distributing its funds cross-border.
The role supports timely product launches by handling legal and regulatory documentation, maintaining the legal soundness of the product universe, and providing legal services to a cross-border fund management business.
Main tasks include:
-Provide legal support for product-related matters across jurisdictions.
-Manage legal and regulatory documentation to enable timely product launches.
-Ensure the continuous legal soundness of the organisation’s fund product universe.
-Deliver legal advisory on issues arising from the management and lifecycle of UCITS and AIF funds.
-Monitor, assess, and support the implementation of new regulatory requirements.
-Handle recurring legal tasks, including reporting and other periodic assignments.
-Operate from Luxembourg and report to the head of the legal function.
-Work within an international team of fund-law specialists.
THE CANDIDATE PROFILE:
-Master’s degree in law.
-Experience (+3 years) in an asset management industry and/or law firm or a consulting company. In particular you have experience working in Luxembourg Fund industry.
-Good knowledge of the Luxembourg legal and regulatory environment with a good track record in interacting with the CSSF on UCITS fund related matters.
-Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently in a good collaborative way.
-Strong interpersonal skills.
-Fluent in English and preferably also French or German or Danish.
-Able to work independently and collaboratively, adaptable to international and evolving environments
THE CLIENT:
Our client is an international asset manager for institutional, wholesale and retail clients across Europe and the globe.
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As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Please note, however, that candidates must possess a valid Luxembourg work permit. As we represent our clients, we are required to submit only those who meet this requirement. Unfortunately, if you do not have a valid work permit, we will not be able to consider your application.
If you are selected for the position, you will be asked to provide supporting documentation, such as copies of your diplomas, proof of prior employment, and a standard criminal record check, as part of the final steps in our recruitment process.
We appreciate your interest in our company and look forward to the possibility of working together.
