Legal Advisor

Waystone leads the way in specialist services for the asset management industry.

Partnering with institutional investors, investment funds and asset managers, Waystone builds, supports and protects investment structures and strategies worldwide.

With over 20 years’ experience and a comprehensive range of specialist services to its name, Waystone is now serving assets under management in excess of $2Tn. Waystone provides its clients with the guidance and tools to allow them to focus on managing their investment goals with confidence.

Summary: 

We are seeking an experienced, talented, and highly motivated Legal Advisor. Waystone offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team in a fast-growing third-party management company /AIFM. This role offers the unique opportunity to work across multiple jurisdictions, with a focus on Luxembourg. You will be part of a collaborative work environment, providing specialist legal advice and support to a growing business.

As a Legal Advisor, you will report directly to the Luxembourg Head of Legal and play a pivotal role, offering pro-active, professional, and creative legal support to the business. Your responsibilities will span a wide range of legal matters related to funds and financial services regulation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•         Provide legal support and advice during the set-up, onboarding and daily legal administration of all types of Luxembourg investment funds (UCITS and AIFs structures (SIF, UCI Part II, RAIF, SCS(p)) and covering all asset classes;

•         Draft and/or review agreements (management company/AIFM, portfolio management, central administration, depositary, domiciliation, corporate secretary, etc.);

•         Draft and/or review prospectuses/PPMs, LPAs/articles of incorporation, and any other legal documents;

•         Assist with fund projects for third party clients and coordinate the CSSF filings;

•         Draft and review legal documents in relation to liquidations, mergers, migrations and any other corporate events impacting Waystone or the funds;

•         Pro-actively engage with the business / stakeholders and contribute to regulatory projects;

•         Stay up to date with the regulatory developments and provide impact analysis to the business;

•         Perform regulatory research, monitoring and assess impact of new laws/regulations on the AIFM/management company, its delegated parties and/or the funds under management;

•         Provide high-quality legal advice to other teams and the senior management.

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPETENCES

•         You hold a degree in Law (bachelor or master, BAC +3/5) or equivalent experience;

•         You have knowledge of the Luxembourg company law and the investment funds regulatory framework;

•         You have (preferably) at least 4 years of relevant work experience acquired in Luxembourg (either in a law firm or in-house);

•         You are motivated, rigorous, well organized and detail-oriented;

•         You can multitask and/or prioritize tasks for meeting deadlines;

•         You are reliable and driven to help and contribute to the team;

•         You are flexible, highly proactive and able to work independently;

•         You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

•         You are fluent in English (written and spoken); French and/or German would be an asset;

•         You are proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

•         You can clearly articulate, commercially focused advice with high-quality written and verbal communication skills;

•         You can identify, focus, and prioritize key issues, and quickly adapt to changing circumstances.

WHAT DO WE OFFER

•                 Certified Great Place to Work: Recognized officially as a "Great Place to Work" 2025/2026, we are proud of our positive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration and professional fulfillment.

•                 Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexibility to accommodate your professional and personal needs: such as working from home and flexible working hours.

•                 Social Events: From team-building activities to company-wide celebrations, we believe in creating meaningful connections and fostering a sense of community among our colleagues.

•                 Multicultural Workplace: As part of a diverse and dynamic team, you’ll work alongside professionals from various cultural and professional backgrounds, enriching your experience and perspective.

•                 Opportunities for Growth and Development: Whether through internal career progression, training programs, or exposure to diverse legal and regulatory challenges, we help you achieve your professional aspirations.