Director of Compliance / Head of Compliance - Private Equity (CCO Track)

About the Company • Established, institutional middle-market private investment firm with a long-standing track record and a highly engaged LP base. • Multi-strategy platform spanning flagship private equity, private credit, and technology investing, with continued growth planned over the coming years. • Boston HQ with a significant New York presence; collaborative, “one team” culture with high standards and strong internal relationships. About the Group (Legal & Compliance) • Lean, high-impact Legal & Compliance function led by the firm’s General Counsel. • The team is business-facing and closely integrated with Investment, Investor Relations, and Operations—especially in periods of active fundraising and increased marketing activity. • The role will have 1–2 direct reports initially (plus third-party vendors) and requires a hands-on operator who can also function strategically and scale the program as the firm grows. • For the right individual, the seat can be scoped and titled at CCO level from day one; alternatively, the firm is open to a Director-level leader with clear runway to CCO as the platform expands. In both scenarios, the hired individual will head up the compliance function for the firm. Responsibilities • Own day-to-day leadership of the compliance program and supervise the compliance function, including team management and development. • Act as the senior compliance partner to business groups—provide practical guidance, navigate gray areas, and deliver clear, well-reasoned responses where needed. • Maintain final approval for marketing and investor communications, including fundraising materials and related disclosure governance. • Lead preparation and maintenance of Form ADV and oversee Form PF filings and related private fund reporting obligations. • Drive the annual compliance review process end-to-end, including documentation, findings, remediation planning, and program enhancements. • Oversee the annual compliance program cycle (training, attestations, policy refreshes, annual compliance meetings) and ensure consistent execution across teams. • Manage the compliance monitoring/testing program, including oversight of internal testing and externally performed testing. • Coordinate targeted reviews, mock exams, and exam-readiness work with outside consultants; track remediation and evidence of closure. • Oversee compliance systems and vendors, including ComplySci administration/governance, workflow effectiveness, and vendor management. • Monitor and document investment allocation controls and related governance; partner with Investment/Operations to ensure controls are practical and well-documented. • Support LP and counterparty diligence (DDQs, on-site/virtual diligence discussions, periodic program reviews) and ensure a consistent, high-quality external compliance narrative. • Stay current on regulatory developments, exam trends, and enforcement priorities; translate changes into pragmatic updates to policies, procedures, and controls as the platform evolves (including potential future product complexity such as 40 Act / BDC considerations). Qualifications • Progressively responsible investment adviser compliance experience within private funds and/or multi-strategy asset management (private equity and/or private credit strongly preferred). • Demonstrated ownership of a mature compliance program (or major components of it), including marketing review, conflicts, allocations, training, testing, vendor oversight, and exam readiness. • Direct experience leading or materially owning Form ADV and Form PF processes; strong command of the adviser regulatory framework and private fund compliance expectations. • Strong stakeholder management and EQ—credible with senior leadership and able to influence across functions; comfortable being the “go-to” compliance advisor. • Proven ability to operate hands-on in a lean environment while also setting direction, building infrastructure, and scaling a program over time. • Experience managing compliance technology (e.g., ComplySci) and third-party vendors/consultants; able to improve workflows and increase program efficiency. • JD is beneficial but not required; candidates may come from in-house compliance leadership, private funds counsel/compliance counsel backgrounds, or regulator-to-industry paths. Compensation, Structure, and Logistics • arenaflex compensation: Competitive base salary (DOE) + ~25% bonus arenaflex. • Potential for longer-term upside through future co-invest and/or carry/investment participation (structure and timing dependent; not typically immediate day-one). • Flexible start timing to accommodate year-end bonus cycles where appropriate. Origin Staffing is a specialized recruiting firm delivering high-impact direct-hire solutions across Accounting, Finance, Audit, Tax, Advisory, and Business Transformation. We partner closely with both clients and candidates to understand nuanced needs across industries including Technology, Life Sciences, Financial Services, and Professional Services. Learn more about our recruiting expertise, explore insights on our blog, or contact us to discuss how we can support your hiring or career goals. Apply tot his job Apply tot his job