Simmons & Simmons Luxembourg LLP

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth 🎗️ Millions are impacted by breast cancer, yet early detection holds the power to save countless lives. 💖 It's crucial that no one navigates this path in isolation. Whether in our workplaces, homes, or broader communities, we have the opportunity to create positive change through heightened awareness and support for affected individuals. 🌍 We stand in solidarity with those affected, committed to not just raising awareness but also ensuring they receive the compassion and support they deserve. 💌

🌟 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us on 22 October for the EFAMA virtual conference, "The future of ELTIF 2.0: A new global label for EU private investment?". Your participation made the event a success! 💡 The conference was a melting pot of ideas, with insightful discussions on the pivotal role of ELTIFs in channeling private investment towards the growth and competitiveness of EU companies. The enlightening keynote by Martin Merlin, Director of Financial Markets at the European Commission, set the perfect tone for the event. 🎤 Special thanks to our Investment Funds Partner, Pieter Leguit, for moderating one of the engaging panel discussions. The expertise and perspectives shared by our esteemed speakers, including Martin Parkes, Ivan Kuznetsov, Loredana Carletti, Chrystelle Charles-Barral - FRM, Peter Sankey, CFA, Stéphane Blanchoz, Jocelyn Pidoux and Salvatore Sberna were invaluable. 🙏 Your engagement and questions enriched our conversations and highlighted the community's commitment to understanding and advancing ELTIFs. If you missed this webinar session, the recording can be viewed here: https://lnkd.in/dN2xij_h #eltif #longterminvestment #cmu

🌟 Our Financial Services Regulatory Partner Cathrine Foldberg Møller will be attending the LuxCMA London Roadshow event: Luxembourg: A Choice Hub for Capital Markets. Organized by LuxCMA - Luxembourg Capital Markets Association, this annual gathering is set to illuminate the strategic importance of Luxembourg in the European financial landscape, particularly focusing on securitisation transactions. Event Highlights: - Dive into Luxembourg’s securitisation strengths. - Explore innovative structuring solutions with the Luxembourg Toolbox. - Network with top professionals in the financial sector. Stay tuned for insights and highlights from the event! 📅 Date: Thursday, 7 November 2024 📍 Location: PwC Offices, Embankment Place #Luxembourg #CapitalMarkets #Securitisation #FinanceEvent #LondonRoadshow #Networking

Green and sustainability-linked products enable financial institutions to strengthen client relationships while addressing the need for trillions in investment to create a sustainable global economy, despite facing political and societal pressures. In a global survey, we asked 700 senior decision-makers and investors about their approaches to these challenges and opportunities. Dive into our article for more information and exclusive insights from Marco De Benedictis Head of Structuring and Sustainable Lending at Barclays Investment Bank, and Sonali Siriwardena, Global Head of ESG at Simmons. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e5CAMzkP #sustainability #esg

[⚡ #NewsFlash] On 22 October 2024, the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) released Circular 24/863, which enforces the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Guidelines on funds’ names using ESG or sustainability-related terms (the “ESMA Guidelines”). This publication follows the translations of the ESMA Guidelines into all EU official languages, published on 21 August 2024. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gNSDKV2Q 📧 Any further questions? Contact our experts: Augustin de Longeaux, Pieter Leguit, Naomi Makita, Océane Lefèvre  #LegalInsights #Sustainability #FinanceLaw #ESG

[📑#Publication] Fund Tokenisation: A closer look at existing structures and the road ahead🌟 We are happy to announce the release of our insightful briefing on fund tokenisation, with a special contribution from our Financial Services Regulatory Partner, Cathrine Foldberg Møller . This document provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of tokenisation in the fund industry, exploring how it's being implemented today and the various commercial goals that influence its legal structure. Looking ahead, we delve into the potential evolution of tokenisation and identify the key legal and regulatory challenges that need to be addressed to pave the way for future advancements. Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dXddVA8p #Tokenisation #FinancialInnovation #LegalAnalysis #FutureTrends #InvestmentTechnology

🌟 Exciting Career Opportunity at Simmons & Simmons Luxembourg! 🌟 We're on the lookout for a Junior / Mid-level Financial Services Regulatory Lawyer to join our Regulatory team in Luxembourg. 🔹 What We Offer: - A chance to work on groundbreaking projects for top-tier clients. - A young, dynamic team and a friendly, flexible office environment. - Opportunities for business development and building your own client relationships. - Comprehensive support through technical and soft-skills training. - An international and multi-cultural team environment, with cross-border projects and initiatives. 🌍 Join our team and make a real difference from day one! For a chance to grow your career in an integrated international law firm, send your CV and a letter of motivation to LuxHR@simmons-simmons.com. 📃 More information here: https://lnkd.in/dbRuN-gC #SimmonsAndSimmons #CareerOpportunity #FinancialServicesRegulatoryLawyer #LuxembourgJobs #LegalCareers

As we welcome the changing season 🍂, we're excited to announce the launch of the Simmons & Simmons Employee Book Club! 📚 This initiative encourages our team to take a break from screens, unwind with a great book, and engage in lively and meaningful discussions with colleagues. The club provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas 💬, share perspectives, and build connections through literature. While it's an internal initiative, we're eager to share the experience and perhaps inspire others to curate their own reading lists. ✨ Big thank you to our Events Committee! Wishing everyone happy reading! 📖 #SimmonsAndSimmons #ReadWithSimmons #BooksAndColleagues

🌟 Our Supervising Associate Pietro Casablanca, will be representing Simmons & Simmons at the upcoming ALFI - Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry Seminar on Taxes for Investment Funds. This event is a cornerstone in the financial industry, bringing together leading experts and professionals to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and innovations. Pietro's participation underscores our commitment to staying at the forefront of industry developments and continuing our tradition of excellence. We're looking forward to the insights and knowledge he will bring back from this prestigious gathering. #SimmonsAndSimmons #ALFISeminar #InvestmentFunds #TaxLaw #FinancialIndustry #InnovationInFinance

🚀 #DORA Podcast series 🎧   In our continuing exploration of DORA, listen to our engaging episode titled "Lessons from the Crowdstrike Outage: What Would Happen Under DORA?"  In this episode, our partners Hinal Patel, Sophie Sheldon (London), and Camille Saettel, counsel (Luxembourg) explore the necessary actions companies must undertake following a Crowdstrike-style IT outage under DORA, effective 17 January 2025. They will guide listeners through the process, from initial response strategies and regulatory notifications to mitigation efforts and post-incident analysis. Tune in as our team dissects DORA's requirements, providing key insights and advice for financial institutions dealing with IT disruptions in the digital era. 👉 The full episode can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ezp82ETc