Senior Compliance Associate - Private Alternatives

AllianceBernstein L.P.; Nashville (TN); Presencial; USD 70 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

AllianceBernstein is seeking a detail-oriented Compliance Associate to support the firm’s Private Alternatives business. The Associate will help support and may oversee key elements of the Private Alternatives Compliance program, including compliance surveillance and testing, regulatory obligations, and ongoing monitoring activities across private alternative businesses.

The individual will partner closely with investment teams, Legal & Compliance colleagues, and other business stakeholders to

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, legal studies, information systems, or related field.
• Four or more years of relevant compliance, legal, risk, or audit experience.
• Experience supporting private alternative investment products or private funds is preferred.
• Ability to develop, implement or enhance a compliance program.
• Strong written and verbal communication to explain requirements clearly.

Responsabilidades

• Support and may oversee key elements of the Private Alternatives Compliance program, including surveillance and testing.
• Collaborate with investment teams, Legal & Compliance colleagues, and other stakeholders to assess risks.
• Execute and support surveillance, testing, and remediation tracking to completion.
• Assist the Director of Private Alternatives Compliance and the Chief Compliance Officer with program development.
• Enhance processes, strengthen controls, and support growth of the Private Alts Compliance program.
• Coordinate governance processes and prepare compliance materials and records.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Discretion

Microsoft Office proficiency

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree

Ferramentas

Copilot / AI productivity tools

Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Who You’ll Work With

The Legal and Compliance Department is responsible for ensuring compliance with all of the legal and regulatory requirements to which AB is subject, protecting the firm from regulatory and reputational risk across the globe, and strengthening the firm’s culture of compliance. We do this through collaborative partnership with the business units we support by providing thoughtful and timely advice. In addition, the department conducts global monitoring and training activities that prevent, detect and mitigate regulatory and reputational risk. The advice coupled with the monitoring and training activities provide the framework to support the firm’s business strategy and objectives while maintaining a high standard for integrity.

What You’ll Do

AllianceBernstein is seeking a detail-oriented Compliance Associate to support the firm’s Private Alternatives business. The Associate will help support and may oversee key elements of the Private Alternatives Compliance program, including compliance surveillance and testing, regulatory obligations, and ongoing monitoring activities across private alternative businesses. The individual will partner closely with investment teams, Legal & Compliance colleagues, and other business stakeholders to develop a strong understanding of the businesses, identify and assess compliance risks, and elevate significant issues as appropriate. This position requires strong judgment, the ability to independently manage recurring compliance processes, and experience identifying and addressing gaps within a compliance program. Execute and support the Private Alternatives Compliance surveillance and testing program, including identifying, assessing, and documenting compliance risks and potential control gaps, escalating findings as appropriate, and tracking remediation to completion. Support the Director of Private Alternatives Compliance and the Chief Compliance Officer in the execution and strategic development of the Private Alts Compliance program. Collaborate with others in Compliance, Legal, and business stakeholders to enhance processes, strengthen controls, and support the continued growth and maturation of the Private Alts Compliance program. Build strong relationships with investment teams, Investor Relations, the global Sales force, Operations, Legal, and other stakeholders, in order to develop a strong understanding of the business. Coordinate applicable governance processes, including preparation of compliance materials, approvals, meeting documentation, and maintenance of related records, as well as support the annual Rule 206(4)-7 compliance review. Review and enhance policies, procedures, controls and monitoring processes designed to address risks associated with Private Alternatives products and operations. Stay current on regulatory expectations, industry developments, and emerging risks relating to private funds, alternative investments, conflicts of interest, allocation practices, fund governance, and other Private Alternatives compliance and control functions.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, legal studies, information systems, or a related field. Four or more years of relevant compliance, legal, risk, or audit experience; experience supporting private alternative investment products, private funds, or alternative asset classes preferred. Experience in developing, implementing, or enhancing a compliance program is a plus. Familiarity with regulatory and fiduciary obligations relevant to private fund vehicles, including, governance, conflicts of interest, and investment and expense allocation. Excellent attention to detail, organization, documentation discipline, and ability to manage time-sensitive requests in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to evaluate complex facts, identify potential issues, and recommend practical next steps. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain compliance requirements clearly and professionally to investment professionals, employees, and business stakeholders. Demonstrated discretion and ability to handle confidential client, investment, business, and firm information appropriately. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Copilot or similar AI-enabled productivity tools is a plus.

About AB

We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work. Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB’s policies and practices seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants based solely on job-related criteria.

Nashville, Tennessee

We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 51 locations operating in 25 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work. Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB’s policies, as well as practices, seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants, based solely on job-related criteria.

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