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.