With the regulatory landscape for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) in Europe evolving rapidly, fund managers in key financial hubs such as the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and the UK are facing important decisions. The EU’s Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) has introduced significant compliance requirements, making it essential for managers above certain AUM thresholds to either obtain their own license or collaborate with a third-party AIFM. By choosing the latter, fund managers can streamline their regulatory responsibilities while gaining strategic advantages in today’s demanding market.
Managing an AIF under AIFMD is challenging, especially with new regulations like the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). Partnering with an authorized third-party AIFM like Trustmoore allows you to stay compliant with AIFMD and ESG requirements without the administrative burden. For instance, Trustmoore supports registered AIFMs near the €100 million or €500 million AUM thresholds, helping them avoid costly transitions. Additionally, our robust Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols provide critical assurance as AML scrutiny intensifies across the EU.
Setting up the infrastructure for an in-house AIFM is resource-intensive, costly, and time-consuming. By choosing a third-party AIFM, fund managers can offload these operational burdens, allowing them to concentrate on portfolio management, investor relations, and growth initiatives. This focused approach drives stronger performance and investor engagement.
In an increasingly digital industry, Trustmoore integrates technology into compliance and fund operations, providing an edge for our clients. Our sate-of-the-art and ready-to-go tools enhance data analytics, real-time reporting, and risk management. These advanced capabilities not only streamline fund management but also empower fund managers with actionable insights and analytics—key advantages in today’s fast-paced market.
A partnership with a third-party AIFM like Trustmoore allows fund managers to capitalize on the EU marketing passport, enabling cross-border distribution across the European Union. For managers aiming to expand their investor base quickly and efficiently, Trustmoore’s (pre-)marketing passport simplifies pan-European distribution, accelerating capital-raising efforts and enhancing time-to-market.
An increasing number of especially small and medium-sized fund promoters do not have the scale or resources to deal with the cost and complexity of ever more demanding regulatory requirements. Outsourcing these requirements to an experienced third party AIFM is therefore more efficient than running a proprietary AIFM structure. Third-party AIFM services offer a scalable and cost-effective alternative, providing all the necessary infrastructure and expertise at a fraction of the cost. As an authorized AIFM we will provide managers with the key advantage of cost efficiency and streamlining of operations as organizational and risk management requirements imposed by AIFM, resulting in significant economies of scale for managers.
Partnering with an experienced third-party AIFM can expedite the fund setup and launch process. Trustmoore, with its robust infrastructure and compliance capabilities, can help fund managers navigate regulatory approvals swiftly, ensuring quicker time-to-market for new funds.
For managers based in or targeting the UK, Brexit introduces new complexities for fund distribution. Trustmoore’s established presence in both EU and non-EU jurisdictions, including Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and the UK, positions us as an ideal partner to navigate these regulatory changes. We help fund managers maintain seamless, compliant access to both European and UK markets, providing the strategic flexibility needed in a shifting landscape.
Trustmoore offers reliable fund administration and third-party AIFM services, grounded in our extensive presence across Europe’s financial centers. Our partnership with Funds Avenue strengthens our capacity to deliver specialized solutions in portfolio management, risk oversight, compliance, valuation, distribution, and governance, all enhanced by technology and ESG integration.
Fund managers approaching AIFMD thresholds or seeking to leverage the EU marketing passport are at a pivotal decision point. By partnering with a third-party AIFM like Trustmoore, they gain regulatory assurance, operational efficiency, market access, and scalable solutions—all designed to drive their core business forward. With our expertise in ESG, AML, and digital transformation, we support fund managers in meeting today’s challenges and positioning for long-term success.
For more information on how Trustmoore can help you navigate AIFMD complexities and optimize your fund operations, contact our experts.
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Lotte Thonen
Head of Business Development Netherlands & Global Head of ESG/Sustainability
Ali Gündüz
Managing Director
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