Vice President, Compliance Officer

Job Purpose

Cerberus is seeking an analytical and collaborative individual to serve as a compliance officer within its Operations Affiliate, Cerberus Operations and Advisory Company, LLC. The role is pivotal and diverse, safeguarding the organization and its investments against financial crimes and ensuring adherence to ethical standards throughout the investment lifecycle.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Conduct due diligence reviews of potential investments across all business lines from the perspective of Core Focus Areas.
• Review and edit counterparty and transactional legal agreements from the perspective of Core Focus Areas.
• Draft model policies for portfolio companies across Core Focus Areas and Secondary Focus Areas in consultation with subject‑matter experts, and oversee adaptation and implementation of such policies.
• Monitor and test portfolio company investments, primarily focusing on North American private equity, lending, and supply chain strategies.
• Assist in designing and providing compliance training for Core Focus Areas.
• Advise on portfolio company-to-portfolio company transactions.
• Advise on Cerberus‑related compliance matters including management incentive plan approvals, management‑fee offsets, and employee movements between Cerberus, portfolio companies, affiliates, and consulting roles.

Key Requirements

• 5+ years of compliance and/or white‑collar litigation related experience.
• JD (or equivalent) is a strong plus.
• Experience with majority of Core Focus Areas, specifically anti‑money laundering, trade and economic sanctions, and anti‑corruption.
• Experience performing due diligence on private equity and lending transactions focused on Core Focus Areas.
• Working knowledge of Bridger (Lexis‑Nexis), Clear (Thomson Reuters), Dow Jones Risk Center, Sayari or similar anti‑money laundering/sanctions compliance software programs.
• Ability to work with senior and junior members of the firm, as well as representatives of counterparties and portfolio companies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects on a continuous basis.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary for this position ranges from $200,000 to $225,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and offers a robust benefits package.