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Position Overview
Alternatives Compliance Programme Focus
The primary responsibility of this role is to work within the EMEA Regulatory Compliance team, supporting the execution and continued evolution of PIMCO’s Compliance programme, with a particular focus on the Alternatives business and the EMEA Control Group.
The role combines hands-on compliance oversight with practical, commercial advisory support across the investment lifecycle, while contributing to the ongoing enhancement of PIMCO’s risk-based Compliance programme.
The successful candidate will embrace technology, automation and firm-approved AI tools to improve the quality, efficiency, consistency and scalability of Compliance processes, while applying sound judgement and maintaining appropriate governance and oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Alternatives Compliance Advisory and Oversight
Act as a trusted compliance partner to Alternatives portfolio managers, product strategists, support teams and business leaders, providing practical, commercial and risk-based advice in a fast-paced environment.
Advise on new strategies, fund formations, co-investments, third-party relationships and conflicts, partnering with Legal and other stakeholders to identify and mitigate regulatory, conduct and reputational risks.
Provide compliance support throughout the investment lifecycle, including transaction-related due diligence and the assessment of counterparties, ownership and control structures, beneficial ownership arrangements and other complex risk factors.
Execute and enhance compliance monitoring and controls relating to allocations, conflicts of interest, inside information, anti-financial crime and other relevant compliance risks.
Anti-Financial Crime and Transaction Risk
Assess AML/KYC, sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption, fraud, tax evasion, third-party and reputational risks associated with transactions, counterparties and new business initiatives.
Conduct and document risk-based reviews in a clear, consistent and audit-ready manner, escalating material issues and recommending appropriate mitigants.
Constructively challenge business proposals and identify practical, compliant solutions to complex regulatory and financial crime matters.
Control Group Support
Support the EMEA Control Group in managing information barriers, restricted and watch lists, wall crossings and market soundings, MNPI and inside information assessments, and conflicts reviews.
Contribute to monitoring and surveillance activities, helping ensure controls remain effective, appropriately documented and responsive to evolving business and regulatory requirements.
Programme Development, Governance and Reporting
Support the execution of the EMEA Compliance Monitoring Programme and contribute to the continued development of the broader risk-based Compliance programme.
Identify emerging regulatory and compliance risks affecting the Alternatives business and wider PIMCO platform, recommending proportionate enhancements to policies, controls and governance frameworks.
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