Vice President at Group Financial Services in Luxembourg, Luxembourg

Position: Vice President, Fiduciary

Location: Luxembourg (Hybrid)

About Us

The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations.

Our side-by-side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award-winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide.

What is it like to work here?

We are driven to excel, and collaboration is key to our continued success. We can go further for our clients because we go further for each other too. Our inclusive culture creates an environment where people can be themselves at work while doing their best work. No matter where you work in the Maples Group, you will be part of a global team.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Vice President to join our Fiduciary Team as part of our financial services business in Luxembourg.

As part of the global expansion of the Maples Group’s financial services offering, our Luxembourg office opened its doors in 2007. Located in Cloche d'Or, a commitment to service excellence and investment in our people quickly established Luxembourg as a regional hub where our 80+ teammates deliver the best-in-class solutions to clients worldwide alongside our Maples and Calder (legal services) colleagues

The Director VP is mainly responsible for the efficient management of the portfolio of companies assigned to their FDT regarding the administrative, financial, legal, tax and compliance aspects over their life cycle. As part of our Luxembourg team you will be performing below key duties:

• Assisting with the client acceptance and compliance process;
• Acting as Director on Board of Client Companies;
• Incorporating Luxembourg companies;
• Ensuring that clients and the related transactions are approved by Luxembourg Business Acceptance Committee (the “LBAC”) and Business Acceptance Committee (the “BAC”);
• Compiling a complete KYC file for approval of the compliance manager;
• Monitoring the transactions of the companies under their FDT in respect of anti-money laundering or finance of terrorism;
• Ensuring all legal and tax requirements are met during the whole life cycle of his/her companies under management;
• Invoicing of client companies and ensuring that receivables are collected in a timely manner;
• Dealing with daily administrative matters and queries on accounting;
• Reviewing transaction documents, corporate secretarial matters and participating in board meetings.

Requirements:

In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:

• Experience in liaising with investment bankers, lawyers, investment managers, prime brokers, custodians and other transaction parties located in various international jurisdictions;
• Strong drafting and communication skills, are essential;
• At least 10+ years of legal experience;
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourg regulations;
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations/guidelines;
• A university graduate with an excellent academic background and relevant experience gained in Luxembourg;
• An understanding of structured finance transactions, experience in reviewing transaction documents and knowledge of corporate governance, relevant Luxembourg laws and regulatory requirements is a must;
• Fluent English is required, and additional languages will be beneficial.

Benefits & Rewards

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
• Competitive vacation packages
• Educational assistance and professional development programmes
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• Global mental wellness programme
• Social events
• Hybrid work
• Lunch vouchers

You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.

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Please note that it is the Maples Group standard policy to undertake various background screening checks on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Except for roles based in the Republic of Ireland, the background checks will include criminal records checks when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record, it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. The Maples Group will make all job offer decisions on a case-by-case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before a decision is made. Further details will be provided at the time any conditional job offer is made.