Description

Role: Regulatory Policy Adviser, Management Companies & Fund Product Regulation

Organisation: European Fund and Asset Management Association (EFAMA)

Place of work: Brussels

Basis: Full-time, unlimited period

Starting date: Depending on availability, but ideally early 2026

The European Fund and Asset Management Association (EFAMA) is based in Brussels and represents the interests of the European investment management industry. Our membership comprises 28 national associations, over 50 corporate members, and 25 associate members.

We are currently seeking a Regulatory Policy Adviser who has relevant experience in the field of asset management, particularly in the regulation of asset management companies and/or products, to strengthen our regulatory team.

We strongly encourage candidates with relevant prior experience in the asset management industry to apply. Preference will be given to profiles with tangible working experience at a national supervisory authority or central bank, in consultancy, in a law firm, or in legal/compliance functions within a financial firm. Prior exposure to government/regulatory affairs is certainly a plus.

More information about EFAMA can be found at www.efama.org.

Key Responsibilities

You will be a member of the Association's Regulatory Policy Team, which is responsible for the following:

1. Monitoring developments in the EU and international regulatory landscape that may significantly impact the European investment management industry, and alerting members as soon as possible
2. Analysing the possible effects of these developments, facilitating exchanges of views, and developing common positions among our members for advocacy purposes
3. Engaging in a constructive dialogue with policymakers and regulators to represent our members' views and promote sensible regulations for the industry while maintaining its global competitiveness
4. Evaluating the outcomes of EFAMA's initiatives, reporting the results to our members in a timely manner, and drawing lessons for future actions
5. Representing the European asset management industry at conferences, in the financial press, and speaking at events

Your role will involve monitoring EU initiatives within your area of competence, with a particular emphasis on key EU regulations applicable to the asset management product sphere, particularly AIFMD, UCITS, and ELTIF. Familiarity with the EU Benchmark Regulation framework and the Securitisation Regulation is thus a significant advantage for this role.

You will collaborate closely with EFAMA members and industry representatives to identify priorities, develop robust industry positions, and craft compelling narratives to inform and influence regulatory policy debates.

You will build and maintain a network of trusted relationships with EU authorities and other public and private organisations and engage with EU policymakers and regulators at various levels to represent the interests of the European asset management industry and contribute to inform the legislative debate.

Participation in various events to actively promote EFAMA's viewpoints is also a requisite.

Requirements

• University degree in Law, European studies, Economics, Finance, Business, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in the asset management field, but ideally a background of 5-10 years of relevant work (see profiles above)
• Demonstrated professional experience in the field of asset management companies and/or products, including aspects related to product design, (cross-border) distribution, use of benchmarks, etc.
• Ability to quickly absorb and synthesize complex information
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Highly proactive, self-motivated, result-oriented, creative, and enthusiastic
• Strong team spirit and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong presentation skills
• Native or native-equivalent level English speaker
• An understanding of the EU's policy-making process and/or of the investment management industry is a distinct advantage
• The right to work in the European Union

We offer

• An international working environment with a leading European trade association
• Opportunities to grow, take initiatives, and work with a young and ambitious team
• Stimulating work focusing on issues of great economic and social significance
• An attractive remuneration package (incl. fringe benefits) commensurate with qualifications and experience

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to Sergey Golyshin (sergey.golyshin@mavence.com) including "Regulatory Policy Advisor - Fund Regulation" in the subject line.

Your cover letter (maximum two pages) should outline your suitability and motivation for the position. It should explicitly reference how your profile aligns with the job requirements described above.

Deadline for applications:

The deadline to apply will be the 2nd January 2026 at 23:59 CET, however early applications are encouraged and applications are going to be accepted until a qualified candidate is selected and the position is filled.

Please note that only complete applications (CV + cover letter) will be considered.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, EFAMA will contact only shortlisted candidates. Thank you in advance for your understanding.