Role: Regulatory Policy Adviser, Management companies & fund product regulation

Place of work: Brussels

Basis: Full-time, unlimited period

Starting date: As soon as possible

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 prior experience at a national supervisory authority or central bank, as well as those with a background in, inter alia, private sector government/regulatory affairs, legal and compliance (incl. law firms), sales/distribution, or product design, to apply.

More information about EFAMA can be found elsewhere on this site.

Key Responsibilities

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

• 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
• Analysing the possible effects of these developments, facilitating exchanges of views, and developing common positions among our members for advocacy purposes
• 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
• Evaluating the outcomes of EFAMA’s initiatives, reporting the results to our members in a timely manner, and drawing lessons for future actions
• 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, as well as the Securitisation Regulation, is a significant advantage.

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. You will 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 4 years of relevant professional experience in the asset management field
• 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 near-level English speaker
• An understanding of the EU’s policy-making process and/or of the investment management industry is a distinct advantage

We offer

• An international working environment within a leading European trade association
• Opportunities to grow, take initiatives, and work with a dynamic and ambitious team
• Stimulating work focusing on issues of great economic and social significance
• The chance to take lead of an entire regulatory portfolio
• 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 at sergey.golyshin@mavence.com, including “Regulatory Policy Adviser – Fund Regulation” in the subject line.

Your cover letter 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: 31st October 2025.

The position is open until filled. Applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is selected; at that point, the recruitment process will close.

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.

EFAMA is seeking a Policy Adviser with a focus on Capital Markets topics to strengthen its team. The candidate will have prior experience in an EU-based policy role within the financial services sector. 

About the Responsibilities

You will join EFAMA’s Capital Markets and Digital Team.

You will monitor, analyse and engage on regulatory issues relating to trade and post-trade activities in capital markets. The role will encompass various aspects of the MiFID regulationand other regulations impacting fund managers in their capital market activities. 

As a task force and working group coordinator, you will work closely with EFAMA members and industry representatives to identify priorities, develop robust industry positions and draft appropriate narratives. 

You will build and maintain a network of trusted relationships within EU authorities and other public and private organisations. You will engage with EU policymakers and national regulators at various levels to represent the interests of the industry and contribute to informing the legislative debate, while participating in various conferences and events to actively promote EFAMA's views. More specifically, your role will consist of:

• Monitoring EU and international regulatory developments likely to have a significant impact on the EU investment management industry, alerting members at an early stage, while also providing initial analyses of such developments;
• Maintaining the interest and engagement of a very active group of experts through timely and well-run meetings, and the ability to identify key topics/areas that necessitate action ;
• Engaging in a constructive dialogue with policy-makers and regulators to represent the views of EFAMA’s members and promote sensible regulation and fair competition conditions for the industry, and participate in various events to actively promote the views of our industry;
• Building and maintaining a network of trusted relationships within EU authorities and other public and private organisations;
• Evaluating the results of EFAMA’s actions, reporting to members in a timely manner and drawing lessons for the future; and
• Engaging with the media to present EFAMA’s views, positions and activities (i.e. media interviews and speaking opportunities at events and panels). 
   

About the Requirements

• Master’s university degree in Economics, Law, European studies, or other relevant area, with a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant professional experience
• In terms of prior policy experience: either a good understanding of capital markets functioning and trade life cycle with experience within the asset management industry, OR broader financial services experience within a trade association setting or in an in-house government affairs role;
• Ability to quickly absorb and synthetise 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, verbal, written and presentational;
• Native/near native-level English speaker;
• An understanding of the EU’s policy-making process and/or of the investment.
   

About the Offer

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

How to apply

You can apply by sending your CV and a cover letter to Sergey Golyshin at sergey.golyshin@@mavence.com with Regulatory Policy Advisor – EFAMA in the subject line. 

Please ensure that your cover letter, which should be a maximum of two pages, clearly outlines why you are suitable for the position and what motivates you to apply. Explicitly explain how your qualifications and experience align with the job requirements mentioned above.

EFAMA offers 12-month paid internships on a regular basis. In case of interest, please send your application (C.V. + motivation letter) to vacancies@efama.org