Asset management

To legally manage client assets, investment funds, or pooled investments, obtaining a specialized license is mandatory. The licensing process varies by country and operational specifics. Our team of legal experts provides end-to-end support—from assembling all required documentation to ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards.

Eligibility for the License

A discretionary asset management license is required for companies engaged in professional capital management. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Corporate and mutual investment funds;
• Asset management firms;
• Banks and insurance companies;

• Brokerage firms and other financial institutions.

  With this license, your organization gains the legal authority to operate under current legislation, ensuring transparency in operations and adherence to all regulatory requirements.

Securing a discretionary asset management license brings numerous benefits:

• Legally compliant and transparent financial operations;
• Increased confidence and trust among clients and investors;
• Alignment with the demands of regulatory authorities;
• Enhanced potential for profitable, professionally managed investments.

Our comprehensive service covers every step of the process—from document preparation and jurisdiction selection to office setup and bank account establishment.

While each country’s regulatory framework is unique, the core steps for obtaining a license generally include:

1. Registering a legal entity in the chosen jurisdiction;
2. Developing and implementing robust internal controls and risk management systems;
3. Crafting a detailed business strategy and organizational structure;
4. Gathering comprehensive information on the company’s owners and key personnel;
5. Appointing directors and auditors, in accordance with jurisdiction-specific requirements;
6. Recruiting qualified professionals with demonstrable expertise;

7. Opening a corporate bank account and depositing the requisite charter capital, which varies by regulator.

   Additional requirements may apply in some countries—such as mandating local directors, an internal auditor, or a physical office presence. Our experienced lawyers have a proven track record in company registration and investment licensing across diverse jurisdictions including the Czech Republic, Estonia, Seychelles, Cyprus, the Cayman Islands, the British Virgin Islands, and more.