Legal & Compliance - Marketing & Distribution Compliance, AVP at Blackstone

New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Asset Management, Private Equity, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of prior experience at a law firm and/or investment management firm
  • Prior experience in a compliance role and/or J.D. required
  • Understanding of the Advisers Act and FINRA regulations strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of hedge funds and drawdown funds a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands
  • Ability to transform complex compliance, legal, and business problems into commercially actionable work plans
  • Highly effective oral and written communication skills, communicates confidently and effectively
  • Ability to work independently while remaining a strong team player who works collaboratively and builds strong working relationships
  • Proactive time management skills and the ability to

Responsibilities

  • Review marketing materials, due diligence responses, investor communications, and other fundraising and reporting-related materials (e.g. quarterly letters, recordings, memoranda, etc.) across various investment strategies from a legal, regulatory, and compliance perspective
  • Supervise and train staff to conduct marketing compliance reviews
  • Manage the L&C relationship with several lines of business and related products
  • Attend client meetings to discuss Blackstone products and address client questions
  • Serve as primary counsel to the business advising on existing investors’ legal and compliance-related requests
  • Develop internal policies and procedures with respect to marketing and other related compliance matters, and assist maintaining broader L&C policies and procedures, all consistent with current regulatory guidance
  • Develop educational materials and trainings for business professionals with respect to marketing and fundraising regulations and protocols
  • Assess current and prospective regulatory risk through industry interaction and research
  • Assist with other day-to-day L&C matters as needed
  • Serve as the primary day-to-day counsel with respect to marketing materials and other communications and documents for one or more products, including reviewing investor and third-party communications, supervising staff reviews, and advising on investor suitability, domestic and global marketing registration, and regulatory questions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Marketing ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceLegal ReviewInvestor CommunicationsDue Diligence ResponsesFundraising MaterialsInvestor SuitabilityMarketing RegistrationStaff SupervisionClient Meetings

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Legal & Compliance AVP position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities for this role?

The role involves reviewing marketing materials and investor communications for legal and compliance issues, supervising and training staff on reviews, managing relationships with lines of business, attending client meetings, developing policies and procedures, creating educational materials, assessing regulatory risks, and assisting with other L&C matters.

What is the company culture like at Blackstone?

Blackstone emphasizes creating positive economic impact and long-term value for investors, companies, and communities using extraordinary people and flexible capital, with a collaborative global Legal and Compliance team.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates will have expertise in regulatory compliance for marketing and investor communications, experience supervising staff, managing business relationships, developing policies, and handling global legal matters in alternative asset management.

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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