Title: Compliance Associate

Firm: $10B+ private equity firm

Location: New York,NY

Job Overview: Our client, a leading private equity firm with over $10B+ in AUM, is seeking a dedicated Compliance Associate to join their team. This hire will assist with all matters of regulation and compliance at the firm and directly reports to the Chief Compliance Officer.

Highlights:

• Newly created opportunity to work as a compliance generalist due to high firm performance and company growth
• Firm is committed to responsible investing, which reflects its dedication to ethical business practices and positive societal impact
• Opportunity to be a part of formal learning programs, including a firm "university", which brings together a diverse community to cultivate growth, share best practices, and expand skill sets on an ongoing basis
• Hybrid work schedule, excellent benefits/perks, and competitive compensation

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and update compliance policies required under Investment Advisors Act of 1940.Monitor and test policies and procedures.
• Assist with ADV and Form PF filings.
• Help to develop compliance risk management frameworks and conduct annual reviews and risk assessments, including diligence to assess adequacy of internal controls.
• Prepare and conduct compliance training for firm and portfolio companies.
• Work and coordinate with other firm groups, including with HR on matters relating to compliance needs for onboarding new employees and ongoing compliance-related training and IT on privacy matters and cyber security.
• Maintain and monitor policies (and related software) relating to compliance with gift policy, trading, AML and KYC and political contribution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of compliance or related work experience, preferably in the investment management space
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills necessary to engage effectively with colleagues globally
• Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative, team environment
• Capability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines
• Ability to successfully interact with various levels of management both internal and external to the firm
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills
• High degree of integrity and discretion when handling confidential material