Compliance Associate

Fernridge Group
New York, NY

Title: Compliance Analyst / Compliance Associate

Firm: Global Private Equity Firm ($75B+)

Location: New York, NY or San Francisco, CA

Compensation Range: $110,000 – $150,000 base salary (dependent on experience) plus generous year end bonus and 100% benefits


Job Overview:

A leading global private equity firm is seeking a Compliance Analyst or Associate to support its Private Equity Compliance program. This is a highly visible and impactful role focused on identifying, managing, and mitigating compliance risk while fostering a business-oriented compliance culture. The position offers meaningful exposure to regulatory matters, internal stakeholders, and senior compliance leadership in a fast-paced investment environment.


Highlights:

  • High-impact role within a global private equity platform
  • Exposure to SEC filings, examinations, and marketing rule compliance
  • Collaborative, business-focused compliance environment
  • Opportunity to work closely with investor relations and marketing teams
  • Competitive compensation and strong benefits

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct internal compliance testing to assess policy effectiveness and regulatory adherence
  • Coordinate with external compliance consultants on periodic reviews and examinations
  • Support preparation and filing of regulatory filings (e.g., Form ADV, 13F, PF, CFTC filings)
  • Assist with proxy voting oversight
  • Review marketing materials and social media content for compliance with SEC Marketing Rule
  • Support SEC examinations and regulatory inquiries, including document collection and response drafting
  • Research regulatory developments impacting private fund advisers
  • Assist with ad hoc compliance initiatives and projects

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 3–5 years of compliance or related experience at an RIA or broker-dealer preferred
  • Working knowledge of compliance testing and SEC regulatory requirements
  • Familiarity with SEC Rule 206(4)-7 and SEC/FINRA marketing rules strongly preferred
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team

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