Legal & Compliance - AML, AVP at Blackstone

New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Undergraduate degree
5+ years of relevant work experience
General knowledge and experience in AML/KYC and adverse news screening
Investor on-boarding experience
Strong investigative/analytical skills
Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
Manages multiple and competing priorities
Excellent written and oral communication and research skills
Strong work ethic
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (pivot tables, charts, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

Responsibilities

Review and document Customer Identification Requirements (CIP), Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for new investors
Performing asset due diligence reviews on transactions originating across US and EMEA. This will include providing key KYC and AML support for asset transactions, including screening counterparties, and assessing any high-risk triggers
Conduct adverse media and sanctions screening for prospective investors and related parties (e.g., directors, signatories and beneficial owners) using third party vendor tools and public sources
Review and draft AML certification letters and complete KYC and sanction questionnaires
Daily review of high-risk alerts related to adverse media
Conduct secondary reviews of 314a reports
Assist in preparing monthly and annual metrics
Work on ad-hoc projects as needed

Skills

AML

KYC

CIP

CDD

EDD

Sanctions Screening

Adverse Media Screening

Due Diligence

Customer Identification

Blackstone

Global alternative asset management firm

About Blackstone

Blackstone is a leader in alternative asset management, focusing on private equity, real estate, and credit investments. The firm manages over $1.1 trillion in assets and partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets, aiming to create strong businesses that deliver lasting value. Its main products, BREIT and BCRED, cater to income-focused investors, while the On-Demand Continuing Education Program helps educate investors on private market topics. Blackstone's goal is to identify economic trends and invest in industry-leading businesses to generate strong returns.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1985Year Founded

$18,081.8MTotal Funding

UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Financial Services, Real Estate, EducationIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition in AI may lead to overvaluation and market saturation.

Potential regulatory scrutiny due to significant investments in diverse sectors.

Economic instability in Europe could impact returns from European investments.

Differentiation

Blackstone is a global leader in alternative asset management with $1.1 trillion AUM.

The firm specializes in private equity, real estate, and credit investments.

Blackstone partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets.

Upsides

Blackstone's $300M investment in DDN shows a strategic pivot towards AI-driven growth sectors.

The €250M investment in Sia Partners expands Blackstone's footprint in AI consulting services.

Partnership with Jersey Mike’s indicates investment in established consumer brands with growth potential.

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