Compliance & Operations Manager, Successful Private Equity Advisory Firm, London, UK

PER, Private Equity Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

About our client

Our client, a leading advisory firm with a focus on private market funds within the EU, is looking to hire a Compliance and Operations Manager to join their growing London team. The firm, which is a leader within their space, raises funds on a global scale on behalf of EU-based firms. Due to the nature of the organisation, there will be a high level of autonomy within this role, with great exposure to the broader business, both the operational and front office side.

What the job involves

As the Compliance and Operations Manager, you will be tasked with taking the lead on the majority of compliance-related tasks across the business, supporting on legal requests along with providing operational support and oversight on an ad-hoc basis.

1. Coordinate due diligence on new funds, new investors into the funds, and the fund-raising process.
2. Carry out financial crime oversight.
3. Carry out FCA functions and contact.
4. Complete AML/KYC for new funds raised.
5. Provide accurate compliance advice to front office teams.
6. Draft and review NDAs, term sheets, and contracts.
7. Responsibility for the operational aspects of the employee lifecycle within the wider business.
8. Take responsibility for workplace-related operational matters.
9. Build strong relationships with a variety of external stakeholders.

Who we are looking for

1. Compliance experience within the private markets or alternative investment space.
2. Familiarity with FCA requirements and relevant regulators.
3. Additional legal experience would be advantageous.
4. Broader operational experience is also preferred, acting across multiple business areas.
5. Exposure to operations teams within the private market funds space would be advantageous.
6. Highly numerate and excellent attention to detail.
7. A willingness to attend the office for five days a week.