What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal & Compliance, Research Compliance Associate (Summer 2026) position at AlphaSights?
Start Dates Available: Summer 2026
About The Role
The Research Compliance team is a dynamic, external and internal-facing function which enables the expansion of our fastest-growing business segments globally. As the Research Compliance Associate you will report into the Research Compliance Manager based in New York and work closely with the Legal, Client Protection, and Research teams as well as a number of other stakeholders across the business.
Responsibilities Include
We will provide you with autonomy and independence in your day-to-day work and give you the opportunity to be a self-starter. This is an ideal role for someone who’s keen to gain legal and operations experience while having direct access to the commercial and organizational workings of a dynamic, innovative global business. We are looking for a person who wants to join our high-performance team, have real impact, and be part of AlphaSights’ growth story. Here are some qualities that many of our successful applicants possess:
About The Role
The Research Compliance team is a dynamic, external and internal-facing function which enables the expansion of our fastest-growing business segments globally. As the Research Compliance Associate you will report into the Research Compliance Manager based in New York and work closely with the Legal, Client Protection, and Research teams as well as a number of other stakeholders across the business.
Responsibilities Include
- Review expert profiles and project requirements for the delivery of expert knowledge to our clients by the Research team
- Format, proofread, and screen written output (transcripts) specifically to ensure that all information complies with applicable laws and AlphaSights’ legal and compliance policies
- Work with the Research team and other stakeholders across the business to resolve any compliance flags
- Provide legal and compliance training to the Research team and other stakeholders
- Draft and maintain compliance policies for our Research services
We will provide you with autonomy and independence in your day-to-day work and give you the opportunity to be a self-starter. This is an ideal role for someone who’s keen to gain legal and operations experience while having direct access to the commercial and organizational workings of a dynamic, innovative global business. We are looking for a person who wants to join our high-performance team, have real impact, and be part of AlphaSights’ growth story. Here are some qualities that many of our successful applicants possess:
- Fantastic proofreading experience and acute attention to detail
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage time, remain highly organized, and swiftly execute within a fast-paced environment
- Persistence, drive, and a goal-focused mindset as you own projects from initiation to completion
- Bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials in any field and noteworthy extracurricular leadership
- 0-1 year of work experience; preferred in related fields such as law, risk management, consulting, operations, or compliance
- Track record of strong academic performance (minimum GPA of 3.5)
- Extracurricular achievement throughout school and university
- Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Fluency in a relevant foreign language is a plus
- Compensation: $73,000-$79,500
- 17 vacation days, 10 company holidays, and an end of year break between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) match - 4% of your total compensation matched dollar-for-dollar
- Prime midtown office with state-of-the-art amenities; option to WFH each Friday and four extra days/quarter
Salary : $73,000 - $79,500