The Head of AIFM is responsible for the overall strategic, regulatory, and operational management of the Luxembourg AIFM. This role ensures full compliance with applicable EU and Luxembourg regulations (AIFMD, CSSF circulars, fund-specific regulations), drives operational excellence, oversees key control functions, and leads the AIFM team.
The Head of AIFM is also a central representative of the AIFM within the group and externally, supporting business development, representing the AIFM in clientfacing situations, and contributing to prospect pitches alongside the sales teams.
The AIFM in Luxembourg manages a wide range of alternative investment strategies such as Private Equity, Real Estate, Debt, Fund of Funds, etc. and is designated Portfolio Manager for half of the funds under management.
You will
Regulatory oversight & compliance
- Ensure full adherence to AIFMD, CSSF regulations, and all applicable laws and regulatory frameworks governing Luxembourg AIFMs.
- Oversee and coordinate activities of the risk management, portfolio management, compliance, and valuation functions.
- Maintain strong relationships with the CSSF, acting as the primary regulatory contact for the AIFM together with the Conducting officer in charge of Compliance.
- Monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely implementation of new requirements.
- Ensure high-quality and timely regulatory reporting (e.g., Annex IV, internal/external reporting).
Operational management & process governance
- Oversee the AIFM鈥檚 full operating model, including delegation oversight, service provider monitoring, and adherence to internal policies and procedures.
- Ensure robust operating processes across the value chain: risk management, portfolio oversight, investment restrictions, valuation oversight, reporting, and governance.
- Drive process improvements, operational efficiency, and automation initiatives.
- Chair or participate in internal committees depending on technical expertise (e.g., valuation, risk, investment).
- Ensure effective controls and documentation in line with regulatory expectations and internal governance standards.
Leadership & people management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the AIFM Senior Management team, fostering a culture of accountability, expertise, and collaboration.
- Ensure resources, skills, and capabilities are aligned with the AIFM鈥檚 strategic objectives and regulatory obligations.
- Support recruitment, succession planning, training, and team development initiatives.
- Promote a strong risk-aware and compliance-oriented culture within the organisation.
Strategic representation & governance
- Represent the AIFM at group level, acting as the key point of contact for internal stakeholders across jurisdictions.
- Participate in group governance forums and contribute to strategic decision-making involving AIFM operations, risk frameworks, and new product launches.
- Ensure transparent communication between the AIFM and its Senior Management, Group leadership, and internal functions.
Business development & commercial support
- Support the sales force and relationship managers by providing regulatory and operational expertise during prospect pitches, client meetings, and due diligence interactions.
- Act as the AIFM鈥檚 ambassador in the market, representing the organisation at industry events, client meetings, and external forums with the support of the Senior Management.
- Contribute to the onboarding of new clients and products, ensuring alignment with AIFM capabilities, regulatory requirements, and risk appetite.
- Assess new business opportunities, new fund structures, and new asset class strategies from a regulatory and operational feasibility perspective.
Stakeholder Management
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, investment managers, service providers, auditors, and regulators.
- Provide senior-level reporting to Management, Board of Directors, and CSSF as required with the support of the Senior Management team.
What we offer
- Comprehensive remuneration and pension: motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile
- Wellbeing: additional social benefits
- Flexible working: we recognise the value of working flexibly and want to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangements.