Senior Corporate Counsel

It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra. 

At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction. 

But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that. 

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Senior Corporate Counsel reporting to Senior Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Client servicing through means of an in-depth knowledge of client files, client communication and internal procedures:
• Draft/review of legal documentation in terms of incorporation of companies, day-to-day operations, liquidation
• Monitor the various steps of the transactions, ensure adherence at all times with Luxembourg law as well as internal Vistra processes
• Debt collection of outstanding Vistra invoices
• Coordinate with central operations team to resolve issues concerning taxes, administration and banking of client companies
• Detect possible corporate and tax issues
• Handle client requests regarding transactions/statutory and outflow
• Work in close collaboration with team members, law firms, auditors, tax advisors and other relevant parties
• Organise the preparation shareholder and board meetings together with the Accountants and Corporate Secretarial Assistants
• Maintain communication with clients, including the planning of the Corporate Calendar
• Monitor completeness of client files
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Luxembourg market/regulations (legal, tax, accounting, reporting, market developments)
• Take up directorship mandates in client’s companies, if requested
• Take up client payroll, if requested
• Collect KYC documentation (as required)
• Record the working hours/client in the time billing system according to the objectives set

Abilities and behavioural competencies

• Ability to solve problems, work independently and as a member of a team
• Strong communication skills
• Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, clients and third parties
• Be a team player and be supportive towards colleagues
• Take initiative by proactively following up on daily matters
• Anticipate potential queries and issues. Address these queries in a timely manner by informing the responsible Senior Manager, Accountant and/or any other VISTRA colleague
• Be a role model to less senior colleagues in terms of professionalism and behaviour
• Ensure that client deadlines are met
• Adhere to internal procedures at all times
• Build up an in-depth knowledge of your portfolio of clients, i.e. background, purpose and structure

Education and function related criteria
• Law, Economics and / or Tax degree
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourg regulation
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with a professional services firm