Compliance & Operations Project Manager (Private Equity)

Compliance and Operations Project Manager (Private Equity)

📍 New York, NY (In-Office Only)

We are seeking a highly organized Compliance Project Manager to join a growing private equity firm. This role sits at the intersection of compliance, operations, and administration—focused on driving execution, accountability, and structure across the firm.

⚠️ REQUIREMENT: 5–7 years of experience in BOTH private equity AND compliance. Candidates without this background will not be considered.

What You’ll Do

Compliance & Regulatory Coordination

• Own and track compliance and regulatory deliverables across jurisdictions
• Drive internal teams and external compliance consultants to ensure all filings and requirements are completed on time
• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation across all compliance activities

Internal Process & Administrative Program Management

• Build and manage internal programs that ensure employees adhere to firm processes and procedures
• Drive accountability across the organization—ensuring tasks, trainings, and follow-ups are completed
• Track and enforce completion of firmwide trainings
• Establish structure around workflows, deadlines, and internal coordination

Meetings & Execution

• Prepare agendas, attend key meetings, and document action items
• Drive follow-ups and ensure timely completion of next steps
• Act as a central point of coordination across teams and vendors

Required Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in private equity AND compliance (both required)
• Experience working in a small firm environment (≤50 employees)
• Strong understanding of compliance processes and private equity operations
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and external vendors
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, accountable mindset
• High attention to detail, reliability, and professionalism
• Bachelor’s degree required

Additional Details

• Full-time, in-office role in New York City
• Not open to remote or hybrid

👉 Apply or message me directly if you meet the required background.