Private Equity Compliance Officer

Written By Ingrid Nordskog

Partners Group

Business Department: Corporate Operations

Location: New York, US

Partners Group is a global private markets investment manager, serving over 1,000 institutional investors. We have USD 135 billion in assets under management and more than 1,800 professionals across 20 offices worldwide. We realize potential in private markets by financing and developing great companies, desirable real estate and essential infrastructure. We create value in our investments through active and long-term responsible ownership.

What it's about

Partners Group’s Compliance business unit is responsible for ensuring that the firm complies with all applicable regulatory requirements and protecting the firm from regulatory and reputational risks. The Regulatory Compliance team Americas manages the compliance program for two Registered Investment Advisers, one Registered Investment Company and one Canadian affiliate. The team's responsibilities include oversight of 3 offices in the US, one each in Brazil and Canada, over 400 employees and all marketing activities in the western hemisphere.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the management of the regional compliance program

  • Assist in the implementation of US Securities law requirements as they apply to the firm

  • Drafting and reviewing periodic compliance reports, policies and directives

  • Identify and address regulatory risk areas

  • Research key considerations relevant to specific clients, products and jurisdictions in the Americas

  • Maintenance of compliance related systems and controls, conducting compliance checks and monitoring

  • Support business development efforts

What we expect

  • 3-5 years of relevant work experience in private markets and/or asset management

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • Knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of ‘40, Investment Company Act of ‘40, Securities Act of '33, and applicable US Securities Law is required

  • Knowledge of private funds (structure and regulations) is required

  • Experience with the current and proposed regulatory environment (SEC, CFTC/NFA, FINRA)

  • FINRA Series 24, 7 and 63 licenses is a plus

  • Experience with US and Cayman Anti-Money Laundering Laws is a plus

  • Team player and collaborative approach is a must

  • Self-motivated, proactive, intellectually curious individual with strong desire to learn and succeed

  • Excellent analytical, interpersonal and project & task management skills to manage multiple projects at any one time

What we offer

Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:

  • Professional, international working environment

  • Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company

  • Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities

  • Competitive benefits and wellness package, including medical, dental and vision coverage with employee premiums paid by the Company and subsidized for any dependents

  • 401k (Roth and pre-tax options) with company match

  • 25 vacation days and 12 holidays annually

  • One-month sabbatical after every five years of employment

  • Company paid life and disability insurance

  • Competitive compensation package, including performance based annual incentives

  • Education assistance program

  • Lunch stipend

  • Fun office and team events, including volunteer opportunities to connect with and help our local communities

Partners Group compensation has a long-term outlook and philosophy, and our total compensation emphasizes performance based long-term incentives. Base pay range for this role is $135 – 162k and a performance-based bonus and equity are part of the total compensation package.

Make an impact on the organization by taking a lead role in the growth of our US business. Our working environment is humble, inclusive and transparent, and the structure of the firm is flat.

At Partners Group, we thrive on new ideas for the benefit of our clients, our employees and our community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and support diversity of perspectives.

To apply please visit website: www.partnersgroup.com.

Ingrid Nordskog
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