Head Of Legal And Corporate Affairs - H/F - Orientaction Emploi

Requirements for this position:

• Master's degree in Law and admission to the Luxembourg Bar or another EU jurisdiction (France, Belgium)
• Over 10 years of legal experience in asset management or financial services, with in-depth knowledge of Luxembourg fund structures and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience in structuring and launching investment funds, and strong legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Fluent English is Mandatory, French or Italian is an asset.

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The mission & Tasks

Lead the legal and corporate affairs function under the coordination of the General Counsel, ensuring full compliance with CSSF regulations and EU directives (e.g., UCITS, AIFMD, SFDR).
Provide legal advice to the relevant functions on fund structuring, cross-border distribution, and regulatory developments.

Draft, review, and negotiate fund documentation, management agreements, distribution agreements, and service provider contracts. Oversee corporate governance matters, including board and shareholder meetings, minutes, and regulatory filings with the RCS and CSSF, both for the Company and the Funds.

Liaise with external legal advisors, regulatory authorities, and industry bodies on legal and compliance matters. Support the launch of new funds and sub-funds, including coordination of legal documentation and regulatory approvals.

Monitor legal and regulatory developments at the Luxembourg, EU, and international levels, assessing their impact

Sought Profil :

Master’s degree in Law
Admission to the Luxembourg Bar or another EU jurisdiction;
10+ years of legal experience, with a significant portion in the asset management or financial services industry;
In-depth knowledge of Luxembourg fund structures (UCITS, SIFs, RAIFs, SICAVs) and regulatory frameworks (CSSF, AIFMD, UCITS Directive);
In-depth knowledge of corporate governance matters, including board meetings and stakeholder relations; Proven track record in structuring and launching investment funds across various asset classes and investment strategies;
Experience working within or advising a Luxembourg management company or fund administrator;
Fluent in English; French and/or Italian are considered strong assets;
Strong leadership and team management skills;
Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills;
Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal risk;
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment

The desired Sector of Origin : Funds / Bank / Family Office

NB: The client refuses to do any paper work for work permits etc..So only citizens with a luxembourg or a European Union Passport are accepted.