Investment Funds Associate / Principal Associate - Regulatory

Luxembourg | Eversheds Sutherland

We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm with over 5,000 colleagues across more than 30 countries. We combine deep sector expertise with an international platform, advising clients wherever they operate.

We are now looking for an experienced Investment Funds Associate / Principal Associate to join our Investment Funds team in Luxembourg. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level to senior funds lawyer to further develop their expertise in investment funds and regulatory matters, working closely with an experienced Partner and gaining meaningful exposure to international fund structures and clients from day one.

About the team

Our Luxembourg Investment Funds team advises leading global asset managers, institutional investors and financial institutions on the structuring, establishment, fundraising and regulatory aspects of investment funds.

The team has extensive experience across alternative asset classes, representing both General Partners (GPs) and Limited Partners (LPs). Its expertise spans:

-Private equity and venture capital
-Infrastructure and real estate funds
-Private debt and fund of funds structures
-Closed-ended and semi-liquid funds
-UCITS and other regulated investment vehicles

The team advises GPs on fund structuring, establishment, fundraising and ongoing operations, while also representing institutional investors and LPs in fund investments, due diligence and negotiations with fund managers. The practice also covers fund-related financing matters.

The team has a strong track record in UCITS and significant regulatory expertise, particularly in AIFMD, SFDR, AML/KYC and MiFID, as well as experience in pension fund establishment.

The Luxembourg team works hand in hand with highly regarded specialist Investment Funds teams in London and Paris, collaborating daily on cross-border matters. The firm offers a genuinely collaborative environment across its European and international offices.

The role

You will work closely with the Partner in the Investment Funds team, and other experienced professionals across the practice.

With a particular focus on funds regulatory work, you will advise international asset managers, GPs, LPs, institutional investors and financial institutions on a variety of regulatory and fund-related matters.

Your responsibilities will include:

-Advising on Luxembourg and European funds regulatory matters, including AIFMD, SFDR, AML/KYC and MiFID.
-Advising on the establishment and ongoing operation of regulated and unregulated investment funds.
-Working across alternative investment strategies, including private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate and private debt.
-Advising on closed-ended and semi-liquid structures, as well as UCITS.
-Supporting fund structuring, fundraising and ongoing regulatory matters.
-Advising institutional investors and LPs on fund investments and due diligence.
-Drafting and reviewing fund documentation and regulatory documents.
-Working directly with clients and collaborating with colleagues across Luxembourg, London and Paris.

You will also have opportunities to contribute to business development, attend industry events, publish articles and participate in working groups, helping to build your professional profile and recognition in the market.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded funds lawyer who can contribute effectively from day one.

You will ideally have:

-A minimum of 3–4 years' post-qualification experience, with 5–7 years' PQE being the preferred range. More senior candidates, including those with 8+ years' PQE, will also be considered.
-Solid investment funds experience, ideally gained within an international law firm or established funds practice.
-Experience in funds regulatory matters and a good understanding of the Luxembourg and European regulatory framework.
-Knowledge of AIFMD, SFDR, AML/KYC and/or MiFID.
-Strong drafting, analytical and organisational skills.
-The ability to manage matters autonomously, take ownership and build direct client relationships.
-A proactive, commercially minded and collaborative approach.
-Excellent English language skills; French is highly desirable, while additional languages would be an advantage.

English is essential as the team's common working language. French is particularly valued given the Luxembourg market and the team's international client base.

What we offer

-An established funds practice: Join a highly experienced and recognised team with expertise across alternative investment strategies and a strong UCITS track record.
-Broad exposure: Work across different fund structures, asset classes and regulatory matters, advising both GPs and LPs.
-International collaboration: Work alongside specialist Investment Funds teams in London and Paris on cross-border matters.
-A collaborative environment: Join an internationally connected team working closely across Europe and beyond.
-Competitive remuneration: Benefit from an attractive salary package reflecting your experience and expertise.

How to apply

If you are an experienced investment funds lawyer looking to take the next step in your career and would welcome the opportunity to join a recognised international practice, gaining broad exposure, direct client contact and genuine opportunities for professional development, we would be pleased to hear from you.