Regulated Fund Solutions
Waystone’s regulated fund solutions offers asset managers worldwide a unique combination of infrastructure at scale, deep regulatory and industry expertise, advanced technologies and a trusted partnership approach.
Our goal is simple: to help asset managers accelerate growth, scale confidently, streamline fund operations and ensure compliance.
Waystone is the largest third party UCITS and AIFM Management Company (ManCo) and independent Authorised Corporate Director (ACD). With more than $400bn AUM and over 25 years of experience, we bring unmatched scale, industry knowledge, and a proven track record to support clients’ ambitions. Our ManCos and ACD are approved and regulated by:
- The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI)
- The Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) in Luxembourg
- The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK
- The Capital Market Authority (CMA) in the UAE.
While Europe is a core focus, Waystone also provides a range of regulated fund solutions globally, ensuring consistency and compliance wherever clients operate.
Why Choose Waystone?
Leading asset managers choose us for our:
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Unmatched Experience and Global Scale
With 1,700+ professionals across 20+ locations, Waystone brings deep expertise in global fund management and regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance and operational excellence worldwide.
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Strategic Partnership Approach
We act as a seamless extension of your team, delivering tailored, flexible solutions and high service standards that drive efficiency and long-term success.
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Global Distribution Capabilities
Leverage our international footprint, cross-border expertise, and access to leading platforms to expand your reach and unlock new growth opportunities.
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Institutional-Grade Infrastructure
Our regulated platforms, advanced technology, and operational support provide the robust foundation asset managers need to scale confidently.
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Focus on Growth
We give asset managers peace of mind at every step, so you can focus resources on portfolio performance and asset raising.
Our Solutions
Waystone’s comprehensive regulated fund solutions enable asset managers to launch, manage, and scale their funds and business efficiently, securely, and in compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
AIFM and UCITS Management Company Solutions
Waystone is the largest third party management company, providing asset managers with full regulatory oversight, governance, and operational support.
UK Authorised Corporate Director (ACD) Services
As the UK’s largest independent ACD, Waystone provides comprehensive ACD solutions managing regulatory, compliance and operational responsibilities for UK-regulated funds.
UAE Onshore Management Company and Distribution Solutions
Supporting investment managers and sponsors operating within the Gulf Cooperation Council market.
ETF Solutions
Waystone ETFs is an institutional ETF platform operator with over 20 years of experience in the asset management industry. We offer the most comprehensive suite of fund hosting capabilities in the market.
Distribution Solutions
At Waystone, we provide a comprehensive range of Distribution Solutions to help fund managers address complex European and UK fund distribution challenges.
Swiss Fund Solutions
Waystone is authorised and regulated by FINMA to provide Swiss fund representation, distribution services and arrangements with the paying agent bank.
Trade Execution and Investment Servicing Solutions
Our team deliver investment servicing and trade execution services on a standalone basis or in conjunction with our AIFM/ UCITS Management Companysolutions.
Risk Management and Regulatory Reporting
Waystone employs a team of experienced AIFMD risk management professionals who independently generate and analyse each portfolio’s risk analytics using RiskCore, our market-leading technology platform.
MiFID Services
Waystone provides a range of MiFID-compliant services that meet current and upcoming regulatory requirements.
Investment Solutions
Waystone Investment Solutions provides fund investment solutions by leveraging expert cross-jurisdiction fund distribution services and strong investor relationships.
Fund Administration Solutions
At Waystone, we deliver unparalleled fund administration services to clients across North America, Europe and Asia. Our extensive client base includes some of the world’s largest institutions and we are committed to helping them achieve long-term success.
Cayman Fund Governance Solutions
Fund Governance is a specialism that lies at the very heart of our organisation. With extensive expertise in this field, we offer superior-level governance that enables you to seize opportunities more effectively whilst managing risk more robustly.
Our European Funds
Details pertaining to our European Funds hosted on our platforms together with their accompanying documentation can be found below.
Waystone Managed Funds
Funds where Waystone is appointed as AIFM or UCITS Management Company in Luxembourg and Ireland
Waystone Management (UK) Limited
Funds where WMUK acts as ACD or AFM and fund pension documentation
Montlake UCITS Fund Platform
The Montlake UCITS platform offers managers and investors a non-conflicted UCITS platform of choice
*Waystone Management (UK) Limited, Waystone Capital Solutions (UK) Limited, Waystone Asset Management (IE) Limited, Waystone Management Company (IE) Limited, Waystone Fund Management (IE) Limited, Waystone Investment Management (IE) Limited, Waystone Management Company (Lux) S.A., Waystone Governance Services (Lux) SARL, Waystone Fund Services (Switzerland) SA.