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The Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) and UCITS Directive are EU regulatory frameworks that require funds to appoint a licensed management company to oversee key functions like portfolio management, risk management and compliance.


AIFM and UCITS explained

In Europe, TMF Group offers two types of fund management companies (FMCs) in Ireland and in Luxembourg, which are regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland and the CSSF, respectively.

The two types of FMCs are:

  1. Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM)
  2. A UCITS Management Company (UCITS ManCo)

An AIFM is a manager of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), which are funds not covered by the UCITS directive. These typically include hedge funds, private credit funds, private equity funds/ venture capital funds, real estate funds and infrastructure funds.

A UCITS ManCo manages Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS). These are retail-friendly, highly regulated investment funds that can be marketed across the EU.

AIFM and UCITS Management Company services

Portfolio management
Gain confidence in your investment approach with expert oversight, thorough due diligence, and active performance monitoring for optimal fund results.

We oversee the investment strategy to align with your fund objectives, applying thorough due diligence in portfolio selection, and actively monitoring performance, making adjustments as needed to optimise results and support your investor goals.  

Risk management
Strengthen your risk management approach with expert assessment, tailored frameworks, and transparent reporting for both investment and operational risks.

We identify and assess risks linked to investment strategies and market conditions, applying frameworks to mitigate losses. We regularly report risk exposure and strategies to the board or governing body.

To mitigate operational risk, we establish robust processes, anticipate disruptions with contingency plans, and monitor adherence to policies to protect assets and services.  

Compliance & distribution (marketing)
Enhance your compliance and distribution strategy with expert policy development, regular audits and targeted market presence for your fund.

To help you maintain full compliance within your processes, we develop and implement compliance policies, conduct regular audits and provide staff training.

We also oversee distribution strategies to boost your firm’s market presence and investor reach, monitoring the effectiveness of channels and communications, and confirming that your marketing materials meet regulatory standards.

Capital & financial management
Integrated oversight of all service providers involved with your fund, including periodic due diligence inspections and comprehensive reporting.

We oversee all aspects of your fund’s financial management, from budgeting and forecasting to resource allocation. We facilitate transparent financial reporting to stakeholders and manage capital allocation to support your fund’s objectives and obligations.

AIFMD reporting Annex IV
Comprehensive, compliant and periodic reporting to the regulator on the portfolio composition of your fund, as required under AIFM Directives.

We eliminate the complex administrative burden of AIFMD Annex VI reporting by filing fully compliant and timely reports on your behalf. We receive inputs from the fund administrator and aggregate the required information, supporting your fund in full compliance with AIFM legislation.


Why choose TMF Group?

Accelerate fund launch and growth

Speed up market entry and reduce costs so you can focus on your core business: raising capital and managing your portfolio.

Proven regulatory expertise across Europe

Rely on TMF Group’s AIFM and UCITS ManCo services for full EU compliance, substance, and access to €14bn AUM experience.

Scalable expertise for every fund

Leverage our turnkey solutions and skilled teams for adaptable fund management across diverse fund sizes and strategies.


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