Director, Investment Management Compliance & Risk

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ABOUT GREYSTAR

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing, logistics, and life sciences sectors.

Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates more than $290 billion of real estate in 247 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing strategic direction for the Company’s various compliance programs, making recommendations to enhance current assessment models, administering the U.

S. compliance program for the Company’s Investment Management division, including registered investment adviser (RIA) and broker dealer (BD) compliance, and supporting the Compliance leadership team.

Additional responsibilities include ensuring compliance with our policies and procedures and other governing standards or requirements.

Employees in this role will promote ethical behavior, facilitate ethical decision-making and contribute to compliance management activities and functions in support of the Company.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Develops, drafts, implements and ensures the administration of the compliance strategy based on compliance risk assessment results and other criteria.
• Develops, drafts, implements and maintains various compliance controls and procedures.
• Oversees projects / initiatives requiring compliance input and / or approval.
• Coordinates U.S. regulatory filings including, for example, Form ADV, Form PF and Form BD.
• Develops and provides annual and periodic training on compliance policies and procedures and emerging compliance issues.
• Proactively collaborates with other departments to ensure compliance issues are addressed and strengthen the compliance program.
• Ensures adequate compliance documentation and retention is maintained.
• Develops and conducts risk assessments for specific business units / sub-processes.
• Works closely with business leaders to ensure communications and marketing materials related to the Investment Management division are compliant with SEC guidance.
• Analyzes and mitigates potential conflicts of interest in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Liaises with Compliance team members globally with respect to compliance issues affecting the Investment Management division.
• Establishes systems for auditing, tracking, and reporting the Company’s compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stays abreast of emerging compliance requirements and issues.
• Assists in developing and promoting a compliance function that effectively manages and mitigates risk.
• Leverages technology solutions for routine matters to promote efficiency.
• Participates in events on behalf of the organization and provides appropriate representation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

• 7 or more years of relevant compliance experience. Law firm or other legal training a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, Investment Advisors Act of 1940 and Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with regulatory regimes including SEC, FINRA, AIFMD, CFTC and ERISA.
• Understanding of compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and anti-money laundering laws preferred.
• Excellent leadership skills and initiative are imperative for this position.
• Highly organized and detail oriented with strong time management and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Proficiency with compliance technology tools and applications.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university.

Additional Compensation :

• Corporate Positions : In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus program based on performance.
• Onsite Property Positions : This role may be eligible for various bonus programs.

Robust Benefits Offered* :

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits.
• Generous Paid Time off including vacation, personal days, and sick days.
• Housing discount at Greystar-managed communities for onsite team members.
• 6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service.
• 401(k) with Company Match after 6 months of service.
• Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Various insurance and legal plans.
• Charitable giving program and benefits.

Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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