Legal & Compliance - BXMA Compliance, AVP

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Business Unit Overview:

Blackstone Multi-Asset Investing (“BXMA”), the world’s largest discretionary allocator to hedge funds, manages approximately $101 billion in assets under management. BXMA invests across asset classes in both public and private markets, including (i) Absolute Return which manages a broad range of commingled and customized portfolios and seeks to generate consistent returns across market environments; (ii) Multi-Strategy, which seeks to generate strong risk-adjusted returns through opportunistic, asset-class agnostic investing; and (iii) Total Portfolio Management, which manages large-scale total portfolios across asset classes in both public and private markets. Through its sharp focus on clients’ goals, a rigorous due-diligence process and access to Blackstone’s global insights, BXMA strives to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns across market cycles while mitigating downside risk during stressed market environments. 

Job Description:

The Assistant Vice President will work on a variety of compliance related matters pertaining to private investing, open market trading and information flow management. Primary job responsibilities include:

• Assisting from a compliance perspective with the intake of new direct and indirect investing opportunities for BXMA’s private commingled funds and accounts, including coordination with external investment partners, the BXMA investment teams and other parts of Blackstone

• Serve as point of contact for potential investment targets and partners to facilitate investment diligence by the BXMA investment teams

• Draft, implement and maintain policies and procedures to adapt to new product needs and strategies

• Perform trade compliance functions and assist in maintaining BXMA’s restricted list

• Coordinate with legal and compliance teams across the firm to assist with firm-wide conflict clearances and related processes

• Manage and document the flow of confidential investment information into and out of BXMA in furtherance of Blackstone’s information wall policies and procedures

• Exposure to AI-enabled productivity tools or workflow automation platforms.

• Experience testing or improving operational processes through AI solutions.

Qualifications:

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. The successful candidate would be a part of a highly collaborative Legal and Compliance team and would interact closely with the firm’s investment teams. More specifically, the successful candidate should have:

• 4+ years of experience at an asset manager, hedge fund, investment adviser or other financial services organization that engages in private and open market trading.

• J.D. is a plus but not required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a confident and effective communication style across a range of audiences.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Work independently while remaining a strong team player who works collaboratively and builds strong working relationships.

• Proactive time management and skilled at managing projects independently and to conclusion.

• Substantial initiative, creativity and drive to implement a measured approach under competing demands.

• Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar platforms) and skilled to use them responsibly to improve efficiency in compliance workflows, research, and documentation

• Experience using technology or automation tools to streamline processes, organize data, or improve reporting and monitoring activities.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.
Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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