Head of Legal & Governance

August 6, 2026

Head of Legal & Governance

Adepa Asset Management

Solutions for ideas in a Global Financial World

Adepa is an independent global leading provider of Investment Fund and Corporate Services, Private Equity & Real Estate administration, UCITS V Management Company and Asset Management addressed to institutional and professional investors around the globe. Founded in 1980 and currently headquartered in Luxembourg, Adepa provides clients with support oriented to give tailor-made solutions for ideas in a global financial world in Luxembourg, Italy, Spain and Chile.

Head of Legal & Governance (M/F) – CDI

Reporting to the Group Country Head, the candidate will lead the Legal and Governance Department, with the following main responsibilities:

Main responsibilities

Establish and oversee procedures to ensure legal risks are controlled and managed in compliance with ADEPA’s Legal and Governance policy framework.
Monitor all legal and regulatory developments, assess their impact on the Company and drive the design and implementation of the necessary controls and required changes.
Provide strategic legal advice to the Board and senior management.
Draft, review and negotiate legal documentation such as fund offering documentation, circular resolutions, notices to shareholders, Company’s services agreements and other key contracts.
Manage law firm relationships, including negotiating legal budgets and engagement terms and tracking compliance with the same.
Lead, mentor and develop the legal and governance teams, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability and regulatory excellence.
Monitor and report compliance with CSSF regulatory requirements and internal legal policies and procedures, ensuring alignment between legal, compliance and operational functions.
Oversee fund structuring, product governance, and cross‑border distribution processes.
Provide legal support to Group’s and Funds’ boards and committees and assist the Company with designing and implementing best corporate governance practices.

Qualifications and experience

Law degree with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a legal position.
Understanding of Luxembourg investment fund structures and funds’ laws and regulations. A good knowledge of the AML/CTF legal and regulatory framework would be considered.
Deep knowledge of Luxembourg company law.
Ability to translate legal requirements into operational controls.
Good knowledge of new regulatory changes impacting the fund industry and their effects.
Proficient in English (written and oral). Professional use of other languages, particularly Spanish, Italian and/or French, would be highly considered.
Good knowledge in Microsoft office, mostly Outlook, Word and Excel.

Soft skills

Strong analytical competencies.
Attention to detail.
Strategic thinking and judgement.
Ability to work with international teams.
Leadership and team empowerment skills.
Sound ethical judgement.
Highly motivated, proactive, adaptable, autonomous, organized and rigorous.
Strong commitment and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills.
Hands-on attitude.
Team player, adaptable, open-minded and diplomatic.
Ability to work under time pressure.

We are an inclusive, equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, age, nationality, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other personal condition.

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