Non-executive director in Luxembourg, oversight and an independent view.
A non-executive director sits on the board to oversee, guide and bring an independent view, without operational management, strengthening governance and substance. FSL provides directors and operational governance; legal opinions and reserved acts are coordinated with our partner lawyers and notaries.
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The non-executive director is a board member who does not hold an operational management role. Their function is oversight, strategic direction, control and the contribution of an independent view, notably within board committees.
Director function governed by the amended law of 10 August 1915. Governance best practice and independence expected, notably for regulated structures (CSSF circular 18/698); contribution to substance under the ATAD directives.
Key takeaway
- The non-executive oversees and guides, without operational management.
- It brings independence and control to governance.
- Effective participation contributes to substance.
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Can a Luxembourg director be removed at any time?
It depends on the company form. A director of a société anonyme may be removed ad nutum by the general meeting, without cause, notice or compensation. A manager of a société à responsabilité limitée may, unless the articles provide otherwise, be removed only for legitimate cause: manifest incapacity, unfair competition or misappropriation.
Who this is for
- Holdings, SOPARFIs and groups structuring governance
- Funds and investment vehicles (board, committees)
- Family offices wanting an independent view
- Companies strengthening control and compliance
What we do
- Non-executive director mandate on the board
- Oversight, direction and committee contribution
- Independent view on agreements and risks
- Documented participation in boards in Luxembourg
- Articulation with substance and compliance
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Frequently asked questions
What is a non-executive director?
A board member who oversees, guides and controls without operational management, bringing an independent view, often within committees.
What value for governance?
The independence and perspective of a non-executive strengthen decision quality, control of agreements and credibility with investors and banks.
Does it count for substance?
Yes: effective, documented participation in boards held in Luxembourg contributes to substance under ATAD.
Difference from an independent director?
A director can be both non-executive and independent; 'non-executive' denotes the absence of a management role, 'independent' the absence of a significant conflicting interest.
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