Partners Capital is seeking a Compliance Principal to join our US Compliance team to contribute to the development and monitoring of the closed-end Registered Fund US compliance program and ensure adherence to regulations and to industry best practices. The person will interact heavily on a daily basis with all employees, including Partners. As a fast growing, 250 person company, we seek someone who is motivated, a self-starter, adaptable and comfortable working on a small team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Position Responsibilities

The Compliance Principal will primarily be responsible for:

• Oversee and assist with day to day registered closed-end fund compliance program to ensure all actions are completed within deadlines e.g. testing, monitoring, etc.
• Draft and update relevant compliance policies and procedures
• Review marketing materials
• Oversee and assist with periodic reporting to registered fund Board and Primary Adviser
• Assist with the preparation of registered fund and adviser regulatory filings
• Assist in the preparation of annual compliance matters, e.g. annual 206(4)-7 review
• Provide relevant compliance training to internal team
• Respond to compliance-related inquiries from team members.
• Respond to inquiries from regulators
• Conduct research on new and upcoming compliance rules and matters and provide recommendations to relevant team members

Qualifications / Attributes

• Bachelor’s Degree, concentrating in finance, accounting, economics, or legal studies is preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience supporting an alternatives asset management compliance program that includes Investment Company Act requirements (experience with tender offer or interval funds a plus).
• Experience in a relevant legal role or a compliance consulting role will also be considered
• Extensive knowledge of the Investment Company Act and the Investment Advisers Act
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook); experience with VBA, Python, or other data science language is a major boost
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal sills
• Strong ethical standards
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative working environment
• Intellectually curious and a team player who is willing to do whatever it takes to contribute to the success of the business.

Benefits

Partners Capital is committed to being a great place to work. We are focused both on wellbeing and professional growth. You can expect professional development and career progression opportunities, competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a flexible “results-focused” working model. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, paid time off and a 401(k) plan with employer matching. The Firm also supports global philanthropy via a charity program and volunteer day. In addition, we champion a variety of wellness and social events.

Contact Details

Please send your CV to NorthAmericaRecruiting@partners-cap.com with the subject: Senior Compliance Manager – Registered Funds. Further information about Partners Capital is available on our website www.partners-cap.com.