Senior Legal Counsel - In-house Asset Manager

Senior Legal Counsel - In-house Asset Manager

Organization: XB Luxembourg (Recruiting for an established international asset management business) Location: Luxembourg, Luxembourg Type: Full-time, Cadre (Senior/Managerial Level)

Contextual Overview

XB Luxembourg is partnering with an established international asset management business to recruit a Senior Legal Counsel for its Luxembourg-based legal team. The role involves advising on the structuring, establishment, and ongoing management of investment funds within a regulated Luxembourg management company (UCITS) and Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM). The position combines technical fund law expertise with commercial negotiations and regulatory matters across European jurisdictions.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Qualification: Qualified lawyer in Luxembourg or France.
• Experience: 6-10 years of relevant legal experience in a reputable Luxembourg or French law firm, international asset manager, management company, or AIFM.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of Luxembourg and EU legal/regulatory frameworks for investment funds (UCITS and AIFs). Experience in fund structuring, documentation, and regulatory advice.
• Languages: Fluency in both English and French is essential. German language skills are an additional advantage.
• Soft Skills: Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills; ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Fund Structuring: Draft, review, and negotiate fund documentation (prospectuses, constitutional documents, regulations).
• Legal Workstreams: Manage legal aspects of new fund launches, restructurings, mergers, and liquidations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Oversee regulatory filings and liaise with supervisory authorities (CSSF, AMF).
• Commercial Agreements: Negotiate investment management, distribution, and service-related agreements.
• Corporate Governance: Prepare board resolutions and governance documentation for the management company and funds.
• Cross-Border Support: Provide legal support to European branches and collaborate with internal functions (compliance, risk, operations).

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not specified in the source text.

Application Procedure

1. Visit the official LinkedIn job posting for XB Luxembourg.
2. Click the "Postuler" (Apply) button.
3. Submit your application via the LinkedIn portal. The posting indicates a confidential discussion can be initiated with XB Luxembourg.

Official Notification & Contact Information

• Recruitment Contact: Johnny Carne, Recruitment Director (via LinkedIn profile).
• Application Link: LinkedIn Job Posting