SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL M/M/F

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We are delighted to represent a leading asset manager within a global financial group, committed to delivering long-term value through responsible investment solutions and sustainable practices.

Based in Luxembourg, you will join an international and multicultural Fund Law team, working alongside experienced legal professionals across multiple locations. As a trusted legal partner to the business, you will provide pragmatic legal solutions that enable business opportunities while ensuring compliance with Luxembourg and European regulatory requirements.

This role has a primary focus on the legal aspects of a UCITS Management Company and AIFM, including governance, outsourcing arrangements, regulatory compliance and corporate legal matters. You will also support investment fund-related activities, including fund documentation and product development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coordinate and support legal and regulatory projects and strategic initiatives, with a primary focus on Management Company and AIFM legal matters.
• Advise the business on governance, corporate legal matters, outsourcing frameworks and other Management Company-related regulatory requirements.
• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of legal documentation, including outsourcing agreements, service agreements, prospectuses, board resolutions and other corporate legal documents.
• Provide practical legal advice on Luxembourg and European regulatory requirements applicable to Management Companies, AIFMs and investment funds.
• Coordinate and manage regulatory filings and interactions with the CSSF and other competent authorities where required.
• Partner closely with Governance, Compliance, Risk, Product Development and other business functions, as well as external legal advisers.
• Support investment fund-related matters, including fund documentation, product launches, cross-border distribution and ongoing legal maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvements to legal processes, governance frameworks and documentation standards.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders by providing proactive legal guidance and helping identify legal and regulatory implications of business initiatives.

• Master's degree in Law or an equivalent legal qualification.
• 10+ years of post-qualification experience within the asset management industry, a leading law firm or a consulting environment.
• Strong experience within the Luxembourg investment funds industry, including extensive exposure to Management Company and/or AIFM legal matters.
• In-depth knowledge of the Luxembourg legal and regulatory framework applicable to UCITS Management Companies, AIFMs and investment funds.
• Demonstrated experience advising on governance, outsourcing arrangements and regulatory requirements applicable to Luxembourg Management Companies.
• Proven track record of interacting with the CSSF on Management Company and fund-related matters.
• Strong commercial judgement with the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience collaborating across international and cross-functional teams.
• Proactive, solution-oriented and comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative international team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. French and/or German would be considered a strong advantage.

Application process:

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.