Private Funds / Hedge Funds - Regulatory Compliance, VP

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The successful candidate will be an integral part of Blackstone's Multi-Asset Investments (BXMA) team, working directly with the Chief Compliance Officer to address a range of legal and compliance issues associated with hedge funds, hybrid funds, and funds of hedge funds.

Key responsibilities include:

• Analyzing legal and regulatory changes, designing new policies and procedures to mitigate risks and leading regulatory change management process with BXMA's operations and investment teams.

• Conducting thorough reviews of documentation for BXMA's fund products, including but not limited to Private Placement Memorandums (PPMs), Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs), transfer agreements, and subscription documents.

• Managing the investor onboarding process in partnership with BXMA's client operations team, including coordination with administrators for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance.

• Coordinating with the dedicated LP Marketing Review team on investor communications.

• Implementing NFA compliance policies and procedures.

• Facilitating communication with fund directors and organizing board meetings.

• Supporting the implementation and maintenance of the firms' compliance programs.

• Supervising a variety of regulatory filings with the SEC, CFTC / NFA, and other international regulatory bodies, in collaboration with BXMA's operations and finance teams.

• Engaging in meaningful interactions with BXMA's investment and operational professionals on a wide range of business matters.

Qualifications:

• 8 experience in a compliance role within a hedge fund, private equity fund, compliance consultancy, financial services firm, or as a practicing funds lawyer, with in-depth knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and provide practical, business-oriented advice.

• Demonstrated experience with the development, implementation, and oversight of compliance policies and procedures.

• Familiarity with global financial regulations, including but not limited to the Dodd-Frank Act and AIFMD is highly desirable.

• Strong skills in using compliance software and programs that support monitoring, reporting, and risk assessment activities.

• Experience in conducting compliance training sessions and promoting compliance within an organization.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines within a dynamic work environment.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to persuade and engage with senior management and key stakeholders across the organization.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please email Human Resources at HR-Recruiting-Americas@Blackstone.com.

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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Salary : $140,000 - $200,000