Assistant Manager - Legal and Transactions

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution and structuring of complex transactions, including fund formations, acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and financing arrangements.
• Manage and oversee transaction workflows, coordinating with external legal counsels, notaries, banks, tax advisors, and fund administrators.
• Ensure that all transaction documentation (e.g., investment agreements, share purchase agreements, subscription agreements, loan agreements) is reviewed, and properly executed.
• Supervise fund flows, capital contributions, and distributions, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with legal and tax requirements.
• Support with the liaison for regulatory authorities and auditors on transaction-related matters.
• Oversee the preparation and review of board packs and provide input on board materials.
  
  

• Serve as client’s point of contact, ensuring high-quality service and proactive communication.
• Develop strong working relationships with investors, fund sponsors, investment managers, legal counsel, and financial institutions.
  
  

• Lead and mentor team members, acting as the first point of contact for core deliverables and escalate issues to upper management as required.
• Support on the delegation of responsibilities and review team output for accuracy and timeliness.
• Support recruitment and ongoing professional development efforts to maintain a high-performing, client-focused team.

• Perform ad hoc tasks on day-to-day basis.
• Adequately complete and timely submit time sheets.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Ability to work independently, taking ownership of operational challenges and decision-making 
• Ability to analyse issues from multiple perspectives and develop creative solutions that balance technical and operational requirements.
• Capability of managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Excellent knowledge of Luxembourg corporate law and its application to funds and other structures.
• Understanding of fund structures (e.g., SCSps managed by full-scope AIFMs, LPAs).
• Knowledge of AIFMD regulations and compliance requirements for fund structures.
• Knowledge of AML/KYC compliance and regulatory requirements in Luxembourg.
  
  

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in law, Corporate Law, Business Law, Commercial Law, or a related field is required.
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar role in Luxembourg.
• Additional certifications related to AML/KYC compliance, Luxembourg corporate law, or fund administration would be an asset.