Joost Knabben
About Joost Knabben
Joost Knabben is a Commercial Director and Partner at VISTRA, specializing in multi-jurisdictional SPVs and fund launches. He has extensive experience in relationship management and sales within the Alternative Investment Services sector.
Work at Vistra
Joost Knabben has served as the Commercial Director (Partner) at Vistra since 2016. In this role, he leads the Commercial Department in Luxembourg, focusing on strengthening relationship management and sales within the Alternative Investment Services business line. He collaborates with a team of accounting, legal, and fund professionals to ensure compliance for client operations across multiple jurisdictions. His leadership enhances Vistra's global network of offices, supporting corporate operational, holding, and finance entities, as well as investment funds in 48 countries.
Previous Experience
Before joining Vistra, Joost Knabben held several positions that contributed to his expertise in the financial services sector. He worked at TMF Group as Commercial Director EMEA - Head of Sales Luxembourg from 2015 to 2016 and as Commercial Manager EMEA from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, he co-founded The Bill Doctor, where he worked from 2009 to 2010. He also gained experience as a Corporate Lawyer at Citco Nederland B.V. from 2010 to 2013 and completed an internship at NautaDutilh in 2007.
Education and Expertise
Joost Knabben studied at Maastricht University, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from 2002 to 2007 and a Master's Degree in Law from 2007 to 2009. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in administering multi-jurisdiction Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and launching new funds. He also completed his secondary education at Philips van Horne S.G., achieving VWO from 1994 to 2001.
Background
Joost Knabben has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in the financial and legal sectors. He began his career with an internship at NautaDutilh in 2007, followed by co-founding The Bill Doctor in 2009. His experience includes working as a Corporate Lawyer at Citco Nederland B.V. and holding managerial positions at TMF Group. His career trajectory reflects a strong focus on commercial management and client services within the financial industry.