Arendt & Medernach is the leading independent business law firm in Luxembourg with over 800 professionals. The firm's international team of more than 450 legal experts represents Luxembourg and foreign clients in all areas of Luxembourg business law from its main office in Luxembourg and representative offices in Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London, New York, and Paris.
Our service to clients is differentiated by the end-to-end specialist advice we offer, covering all legal, regulatory, taxation, and advisory aspects of doing business in Luxembourg.
Our firm advises international and domestic clients in all areas of business law relevant to their business activities, ranging from fund formation, banking, insurance, private equity, and real estate to corporate and tax matters.
Given the ongoing development of our firm, we are currently recruiting:
Senior/Counsel Knowledge Lawyer - Investment Management
Your Role
You will join our Investment Management knowledge team which forms part of the central knowledge management department. Reporting to the Knowledge Management director and working within the Investment Management team, your role centers on three core missions:
* Template Drafting & Knowledge Development. Draft and update legal templates and other knowledge materials for the Investment Management teams; identify knowledge gaps and work to fill these on an ongoing basis; support and advise our teams and sister companies with their legal research and other legal queries; coordinate the production and distribution of know-how materials; maintain and curate our comprehensive knowledge database.
* Innovation & Technology Integration. Implement cutting-edge LegalTech tools, including AI solutions, to enhance practice efficiency; collaborate with our product development team to draft and update knowledge-related processes; lead knowledge management initiatives and pilot projects.
* Authority & Industry Engagement. Represent the firm in discussions with public authorities and professional organisations; participate in regulatory consultations and industry forums; enable partners to drive industry conversations through active participation in professional organisations.
* Additional Responsibilities. Track legal and regulatory developments, produce internal/external publications; interact regularly with partners, head of knowledge, head of LegalTech, other knowledge lawyers, lawyers and other teams (including marketing/business development team and learning department).
Your role offers the opportunity to shape legal practice through innovation whilst maintaining strong connections with regulatory bodies and industry associations.
Your Profile
* Excellent academic record with a university degree in law
* At least 5 to 10+ years of experience in the Luxembourg investment fund industry, ideally within a law firm or legal department
* Excellent writing skills in French and English with strong analytical ability
* Strong interest and enthusiasm for LegalTech and good technical abilities
* Engaged team player, dynamic, autonomous and flexible, with excellent communication and project management skills
* Fluent in both French and English. German will be an asset
Within Arendt, we uphold high standards. Our professionals work with clients on engaging projects, empowered from the start. With a strong local presence in Luxembourg and international reach, we support and train our team members to thrive in a culture of excellence. Specialised teams ensure the right skills are available, allowing for a focus on added value. Our leaders are approachable, providing support and mentoring.
We offer a vibrant social life with numerous events, embracing sports and art, our culture encourages openness and discovery beyond the professional realm. With over 50 nationalities represented, Arendt is committed to the well-being of its staff, serving the best interests of its clients, protecting the environment, and supporting education.
Arendt promotes equal opportunities and value each employee for what they bring to the community. For more information, please refer to our diversity and inclusion policy on our website.
Interested?
If you are interested in this job opportunity, we are looking forward to receiving your application.
All applications will be treated confidentially.
Please be aware that the selected candidate will be required to provide a criminal record (or certificate of good conduct).
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