Associate - Fund RC

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.

The Associate - Fund RC will be an integral part of the Waystone team and will play a pivotal role of the team's success.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Undertake the Responsable du Contrôle des Obligations ("RC") role for UCITS and AIF structures (SIF, UCI Part II, RAIF, SCSp) (the "Funds");
• Draft, review and update Fund AML policies, risk assessments, risk appetite and reports;
• Request and review KPIs provided by the Funds transfer agent;
• Liaise with different Fund service providers;
• Manage escalations as RC of the Funds;
• Attend quarterly board meetings and present RC reports as the appointed RC of the Funds;
• Perform regulatory filings and act as contact person for AED/CSSF on behalf of the Funds;
• Contribute to various RC matters (processes, agreements, etc) and team projects;
• Perform regulatory research, monitoring and assessing impact of new AML laws/regulations;
• Assist the Board members of the Funds in relation to AML/CFT queries;
• Assist and support the RC team with other RC-related matters.

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.

Education

• Degree in Finance or Law;
• Certification in AML/CTF rules in Luxembourg.

Experience

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience with AML/KYC focus;
• Deep knowledge of the Luxembourg regulatory environment for investment funds (both UCITS and AIF), including of the roles and responsibilities of AIFM/ManCo and fund administrators;
• Extensive knowledge of the RC role and the Luxembourg AML/KYC regulations;
• Team player, proactive, client-oriented, accurate and detail-oriented;
• Fluency in English.