Compliance Intern

ABOUT US:

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

We are offering a 6-months internship in the Compliance team of our Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM). 

As a Compliance trainee you will play a key role in supporting the Compliance Team and Management of the AIFM ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. You will also contribute to the development of a tech-enabled compliance function.
This 6-month trainee position will provide you with hands-on experience and insights into the compliance landscape and associated technological tools.
We offer a dynamic and international corporate atmosphere that fosters professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

•    Compliance activities: Assist the Compliance team by contributing to a variety of essential tasks. This includes conducting Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering control testing, managing conflicts of interest, and monitoring personal transactions. You will also be involved in handling complaints and supporting compliance training initiatives. Additionally, you will help update policies and track the approval process, record compliance issues and monitor implementation of remedial actions, and conduct regulatory watch activities. Your role will also encompass maintaining registers, managing shared mailboxes, and organizing files to ensure efficient compliance operations.

•    Compliance Tools Implementation & Enhancement: assist in the implementation and enhancement of compliance tools aimed at streamlining compliance processes. This includes gathering, formatting, and organizing data to facilitate its upload into the existing and new Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering tools. You will collaborate with Senior Compliance Officers to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data, as well as assist in testing and validating the new systems to ensure they meet operational requirements. Additionally, you will support the documentation of processes and procedures related to these new systems.
•    Coordination & Reporting: Help coordinate with other control functions by collecting and organizing necessary documentation, facilitating data collection, preparing. You will also contribute to enhancing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) dashboards and assist in the preparation of reports for Senior Management and Regulators.
•    Additional Tasks: Undertake any other relevant tasks as assigned to support the overall compliance function within the AIFM.

Your profile

•    You are pursuing a master’s degree in finance, business, law or a related field.
•    You have a strong interest in the investment fund management sector, regulatory compliance and Anti-Money Laundering. A major, coursework, or previous internship experience in those fields is a plus.
•    You possess strong communication skills and can effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
•    You are proficient in English. Knowledge of French is a plus, and any additional language skills are an asset.
•    You demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills, with a sharp attention to detail.
•    You have a good command of Office 360; advanced Excel and data analytics capabilities are a plus.
•    You are proactive, a quick learner, and consistently strive for results.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Equity in every sense of the word:

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work.

We are committed to ensuring a welcoming recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. 

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