Are you ready to shape the future of European capital markets?
We are looking for a highly motivated Equity Admission Manager to join our Equity Admission team in Oslo.
Reporting to the Senior Admission Manager – Oslo, you will play a key role in assessing the eligibility of companies seeking admission to trading on Euronext markets, with a particular focus on the Oslo markets. You will conduct regulatory and eligibility assessments to ensure compliance with Euronext's Rule Book and applicable legal and regulatory requirements, contributing to the integrity and orderly functioning of our markets.
Working closely with issuers, investment banks, law firms, financial advisers and internal stakeholders, you will provide legal and regulatory guidance throughout the listing process, ensuring that admission decisions are robust, consistent and aligned with Euronext's regulatory responsibilities.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to some of Europe's most significant equity capital markets transactions while working at the intersection of law, regulation and finance.
Key responsibilities
Admission assessment and regulatory review
Lead the assessment of applications for admission to trading on Euronext Oslo markets in accordance with Euronext's Rule Book and applicable securities laws and regulations.
Analyze prospective issuers' legal structure, corporate governance, shareholder structure, financial position, business model and transaction rationale to assess their suitability for listing.
Identify legal, regulatory and reputational risks associated with listing applications and ensure that these are appropriately addressed prior to admission.
Interpret and apply Euronext rules and policies in complex or novel situations, exercising sound legal and regulatory judgment.
Documentation review and decision-making
Review prospectuses, information documents, corporate documentation and other admission-related materials to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Assess whether disclosure documents adequately satisfy Euronext's admission standards and support investor protection.
Prepare recommendation memoranda for the CEO, presenting legal and regulatory analyses that support admission decisions.
Managing the admission process
Coordinate the admission process from initial engagement through to the first day of trading.
Participate in meetings with issuers, senior management and their legal and financial advisers to explain admission requirements and regulatory expectations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for applicants and advisers throughout the listing process.
Ongoing regulatory support
Advise issuers and internal stakeholders on the interpretation and application of Euronext's listing rules and continuing obligations.
Assess applications for exemptions, reports on continued listing, transfers of listing and delistings, ensuring compliance with the Rule Book and relevant legislation.
Monitor regulatory developments affecting listing requirements and contribute to the continuous enhancement of internal policies and procedures.
Strategic and commercial support
Partner with Sales on strategies related to legal and regulatory aspects of listing structures, transaction execution and admission .
Provide technical expertise to support business development initiatives while ensuring regulatory consistency and market integrity.
Contribute to strategic projects aimed at enhancing Euronext's Primary Markets offering and regulatory framework.
What you'll bring
At least 3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally within capital markets, corporate finance, investment banking, legal advisory, audit or financial regulation.
Master's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or Audit.
Strong understanding of equity capital markets, IPO processes and corporate finance.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex financial, legal and corporate structures.
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence interacting with senior executives, advisors and internal stakeholders.
Collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced and international environment.
Fluency in both Norwegian and English, written and spoken.
Joining the Equity Admission team means becoming part of one of Europe's leading market infrastructure groups and playing a direct role in maintaining fair, orderly and transparent capital markets. You will work on high-profile equity transactions, collaborate with leading issuers and advisers, and contribute to the integrity and development of the European listing ecosystem.
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