Our Story

 

Independent, owner-operated AIFM

BKN Capital is an authorized Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM) led by a team of experienced professionals. As a 100% owner-managed AIFM, we provide independent tailor-made alternative investment fund management services to asset owners, asset managers and financial institutions, ensuring our clients benefit from personalized, hands-on expertise.

Specializing in AIFMD-compliant fund platforms for illiquid and complex assets, we have deep expertise in credit risk management, internal rating systems, and valuation models. Our services are uniquely designed for asset owners looking to invest in alternative funds as well as asset managers who wish to manage and distribute alternative investment strategies across Europe — ranging from private debt and project finance to private equity and real estate.

With a diverse international team, we are committed to delivering customized solutions. Our management, with years of experience in senior roles at banks and asset management firms, adds substantial value to every aspect of operations at BKN Capital.

BKN Capital combines a strong focus on quality with efficient operational processes. Our experienced team provides comprehensive support for fund products, ensuring professional management and oversight of outsourced service providers, as well as personalized investor support. This extends to additional services, such as corporate secretarial duties and assistance for holding companies.

Our People

 

Sohail Khan

Chairman of Board & Co-Founder

Sohail is also a Co-Founder of Behring, Khan & Co., a consulting firm specialized in structuring alternative investment fund solutions and trusted partner of BKN Capital. Prior to his current roles, he was Managing Director for London-based asset management firm, ZAIS Group International, where he was responsible for marketing and business development in Europe and the Middle East. Sohail held senior positions with Lehman Brothers and Deutsche Bank in London where he specialized in providing investment solutions to European insurance companies and pension funds.

Michael Renner

Independent Director

Michael has international experience in treasury, asset management and capital markets, with strong experience in directing investment and portfolio management teams. He holds sound expertise in risk management in a wide range of asset classes including equities, fixed income, derivatives, alternative investments and private equity. Michael holds a Diploma in Banking from IHK Düsseldorf in Germany and a professional qualification in Private Client Investment Advice & Management from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment in London, England where he is a chartered member (MCSI). He also is a member of Institut Luxembourgeois des Administrateurs (ILA) in Luxembourg.

Andreas Neugebauer

Chief Executive Officer, Board Member & Co-Founder, Conducting Officer

Prior to BKN Capital, Andreas served as CEO and CFO for DZ Privatbank, one of the largest banks in Luxembourg. During this time, he was Chairman of the Board of IPConcept Fund Management and Vice-Chairman of the Bankers Association of Luxembourg (ABBL). As former CEO of DZ Bank in New York, Andreas focused on Asset Securitization, Project Finance and Leverage and Acquisition Finance. In addition, he held senior positions in the DZ Bank Group in Switzerland and Ireland. He serves as Director at Advent International Global Investments.

Christian Behring

Board Member & Co-Founder, Conducting Officer

Christian is also a Co-Founder of Behring, Khan & Co., a consulting firm specialized in structuring alternative investment fund solutions and trusted partner of BKN Capital. Christian previously held various senior positions with New Jersey-based asset management firm ZAIS Group, where he was responsible for their European regulated investment platforms and chaired the boards of two Luxembourg based SICAVs. He oversaw portfolios of U.S. and European securitizations. He serves as Director and supervisory board member for international fund structures and asset managers.

Thomas Liebsch

Conducting Officer

Thomas previously served as General Manager for Fisch Asset Management (Luxembourg), a boutique bond-fund manager, and as Deputy Managing Director for Nordea Asset Management in Luxembourg. In both roles, he focused on Governance, Risk Management and Operations. During his time with Nordea Group, he also held the position of Chief Risk Officer for the Luxembourg Bank. In addition, he held senior positions within several banks in Luxembourg and Germany, where he specialised in Risk Management whilst working with Real Estate Finance, Structured Loans and Trading Portfolios. Thomas is an active participant of several working groups of the Association for Luxembourg Fund Industry (ALFI), the Luxembourg Institute of Directors (ILA), and a chartered RICS member. He serves as Director and Board Member for Luxembourg fund structures.

Jörg Oster

Conducting Officer

Jörg previously served as General Manager at Apex Fund Services and Sanne Group Luxembourg, responsible for fund administration and transfer agency for alternative investment funds as well as corporate finance. In addition, he held various roles including Head of Fund Accounting and Transfer Agency and Senior Relationship Manager with Brown Brothers Harriman in Luxembourg. Jörg began his career in fund accounting at ADIG Investment/Cominvest Asset Management. He has served on over 70 boards covering multiple asset classes including but not limited to Private Equity, Private Debt, Real Estate and Infrastructure.

BKN as Employer

 

BKN Capital is committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment. We offer flexible working-day models and mobile working options to help our employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. This flexibility allows our team members to manage their personal and professional responsibilities more effectively, leading to increased job satisfaction and productivity.

In addition to providing competitive compensation packages, we believe in the continuous growth and development of our staff. To this end, we support training initiatives and continuous educational programs including workshops, seminars and online courses and certifications. We are not just a workplace; we are a community. We engage in team-building activities and social events to strengthen our bonds and foster a sense of belonging.

Career Opportunities

 

Senior Risk Manager- Alternative Assets

Job description:

As member of our risk management function, you will report to the head of risk management and be responsible for the quality of detailed analytical work both at the level funds and individual assets, related to identified risks and sustainability matters. You will further ensure the timely and accurate quality of fund risk monitoring, and be responsible for accurate analysis and reporting on identified risk to clients, stakeholders and management.
In your day-to-day work you will be in contact with Product Management, Investment Analytics & Data Management and Valuation, as well as internal and external portfolio managers and service providers to identify, discuss and report on all kinds of risks, including ICT and sustainability risks.

The requirements for your role

As part of the team the candidate will contribute to the performance of the following tasks:

 Fund Risk Controlling 

  •  Perform the permanent risk management oversight of the fund’s activities and the investment compliance monitoring for AIFs, with focus on illiquid infrastructure assets and private debt
  • Assess and monitor all risk categories (market, credit, counterparty, liquidity)
  • Ensure timely checks, production and delivery of risk reports both for AIFs, investors and the AIFM
  • Prepare relevant documentation for fund board meetings
  • Escalate, communicate and report breaches to clients, auditor and CSSF

Company Risk Management 

  • Provide assistance to the Head of Risk in all risk management/controlling matters
  • Preparation of regular risk reports the Management and Board
  • Use and ideally support the maintenance of the company’s proprietary risk management and reporting database environment

On-boarding of new investment fund structures and Sustainability Risk 

  • Assess investment strategies and draft risk profiles and processes
  • Identify risk drivers and define the appropriate risk monitoring and stress testing methodologies
  • Liaise internally with other teams and externally with clients, in order to set up risk monitoring and risk report production
  • Contribute to the onboarding/launch of new funds in the field of sustainability risk and produce sustainability reporting for all products to their investors

Further tasks

  • Follow up on client requests and ad-hoc investment product eligibility analysis
  • Support and consult junior members of the risk management team in their work.
  • Work autonomously on development projects around risk and valuation
  • Support RFP processes and the yearly audit process
Your profile:
  • 5 years of relevant work experience within the field of alternative investments
  • Good understanding of alternative asset classes (infrastructure, real estate, private debt/ loans)
  • Good understanding of Sustainability Risk and reporting
  • Ability to communicate well internally, with clients and service providers
  • Good organisational skills, with an ability to work independently
  • English and German are mandatory

If you are looking to take a next step in your professional career, please send your resume to

recruiting@bkncapital.lu

We are always seeking exceptional candidates including Credit, Risk and Operations Analysts to join our team of seasoned professionals. If you are interested in learning more, please send your resume to recruiting@bkncapital.lu