Zeidler Group streamlines firm’s expansion into Chile

February 20, 2026

Expanding into Latin America is an increasingly important move for global asset managers seeking to diversify their institutional investor base.

One globally recognised asset manager, operating a multi-asset platform for pension schemes and institutional clients, identified Chile as a strategically significant jurisdiction within its broader international distribution plans and went to Zeidler Group for help.

To secure access to Chile’s institutional capital, the firm registered more than 10 UCITS sub-funds with the country’s pension scheme authority, the Comisión Clasificadora de Riesgo (CCR). The opportunity was substantial, but so were the regulatory demands. Chile operates under a distinct non-EU framework, requiring careful alignment between local requirements and established UCITS standards.

The challenges extended beyond the initial approval process. Ongoing governance, annual updates and continuous compliance obligations were essential to maintain market access. Language differences and time zone gaps added operational complexity, increasing the risk of delays or administrative inefficiencies.

To manage these hurdles, the asset manager partnered with Zeidler Group, which took on a coordinating role across the full registration and governance lifecycle. Working alongside trusted Chilean legal counsel, Zeidler ensured that all filings met local standards while remaining consistent with the firm’s global UCITS framework.

Documentation preparation for both initial registrations and annual updates was centralised and streamlined. By leveraging existing data and systems, Zeidler reduced duplication of effort and limited client involvement to key decision points. This allowed the asset manager’s internal teams to remain focused on strategic objectives rather than regulatory administration.

Through Zeidler’s digital platform, the client maintained 24/7 visibility over progress, documentation and compliance status, ensuring transparency despite geographic distance. The result was the successful registration and ongoing governance of more than 10 UCITS sub-funds in Chile, with reduced operational strain and strengthened long-term market confidence, it said.

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