Join DLA Piper's Finance practice in Luxembourg advising on Luxembourg and EU cross-border financial services regulatory matters. This includes working for banks, investment firms and asset managers, payment service providers and crypt and fintech players. We understand the commercial, strategic, technical, geographical, and political factors that shape and impact our clients.
This opportunity is particularly suited to lawyers who have developed a solid foundation in financial regulatory matters and are looking to broaden their experience on complex international mandates.
As part of DLA Piper's international network, you will work closely with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions, advise a sophisticated and diverse client base, and play a key role in the execution of complex transactions. You will benefit from direct partner exposure, significant client contact, first-rate professional development opportunities and the ability to build a strong international network across one of the world's leading law firms.
Main duties and responsibilites
Areas of responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:
- Assist clients in a wide scope of Financial Services Regulatory matters, ranging from license applications to restructuring business units as a result of regulatory developments
- Advise on the interpretation of Luxembourg and EU rules and the impact on our clients’ operations
- Work alongside our clients’ internal teams to navigate and help them implement regulatory change
- Work on cross-border, complex transactions, with the ability to work hand-to-hand with other practices (e.g. corporate, tax, IPT and funds work) and other offices handling matters and acting as a primary point of contact for clients
- Contribute to client development activities, thought leadership initiatives and market engagement opportunities
- Support and mentor lawyers and actively contribute to the collaborative culture of the team
- Participate in knowledge-sharing and legal updates initiatives
About you
We welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience in many aspects of financial regulation, finance or banking. This role is generally suited to lawyers who have developed their expertise through approximately 6 – 10 years of post-qualification experience in an international law firm.
- Qualification (or imminent qualification) as a lawyer in Luxembourg or another European jurisdiction
- Extensive experience advising financial sector participants on regulatory and compliance matters
- Solid knowledge of Luxembourg and EU financial services regulatory frameworks
- Fluency in English and French, both written and spoken
- Ability to create and deliver sustainable, high-quality client service whilst also considering clients' wider business objectives
- Interest in contributing to client development and business development initiative
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
We work with a select panel of preferred recruitment partners and are not seeking additional agency support. We asked recruitment agencies to refrain from sending unsolicited candidate profiles.
About us
We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.
At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all.  If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.
Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.
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At DLA Piper, we aim to make meaningful progress and build an inclusive culture where anyone affected by disability, neurodiversity or a long-term health condition has an equitable and accessible chance of success. If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.
Agile Working
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That’s why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-Engagement Screening
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.
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Our hiring approach enables us to learn about the professional and person you are, and gives you the opportunity to learn about us. Your recruitment experience can differ depending on the type of role you are interviewing for. You will always meet your direct Line Manager for your role, as well as peers and close collaborators for the position. For some of our roles we may also use assessment tools, practical exercises, and panel presentations. Your Recruitment Business Partner will inform you of the recruitment process at the start of any recruitment process, but please let us know if you have any questions prior to making an application.
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