Chief Compliance Officer at Prime Group

San Francisco, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

350000.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compliance program management, Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Fund formation, Regulatory filings, Form ADV, Form PF, Legal research, Risk management, Corporate governance, Private equity, Real estate investment, Regulatory examinations, Investor communications, Contract review, Strategic leadership

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Description ONSITE - San Francisco, CA $300 - $350k per year + annual discretionary bonus About Prime Residential Prime Residential is an established real estate private equity firm that owns and operates multifamily communities across the West Coast. Since 1992, we have built a vertically integrated platform focused on investing in high-quality real estate assets. With approximately $6 billion in assets under management and a portfolio of 20,000+ apartment units, Prime Residential sponsors closed-end private investment funds and operates as a relying advisor of Prime Finance, an SEC-registered investment advisor. Headquartered in San Francisco, we are driven by a collaborative, inclusive culture that supports innovation, strong investment performance, and long-term value creation for our investors. About the Role Prime Residential is seeking a highly capable and collaborative legal and compliance leader to join the firm as Chief Compliance Officer & Fund Counsel. This role will play a key part in the transition of Prime Residential into its own independently registered investment advisor. The individual will initially be hired as Deputy Chief Compliance Officer & Fund Counsel, partnering with the current CCO to support the SEC registration process, with an expected transition to Chief Compliance Officer within approximately six months. Following registration, this role will oversee the firm’s compliance program under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and provide legal and regulatory support across fund formation, governance, and investor-related matters. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Legal & Risk, this position partners closely with Investor Relations, Finance, and executive leadership to ensure alignment between regulatory requirements and business objectives. What You’ll Do Lead the firm’s compliance program under the Advisers Act, including policies and procedures Maintain core compliance documentation (Compliance Manual, Form ADV, Form PF, and related filings) Review marketing materials and investor communications for regulatory compliance Manage regulatory examinations and communications Oversee fund documentation and regulatory filings Support fund formation and coordinate with internal teams and external counsel Manage fund closings, investor transfers, and related transactions Identify and implement process improvements across compliance and legal functions Lead special projects and advise leadership on compliance and governance matters Requirements JD from an accredited law school Active bar membership and good standing 7-10 years of legal and compliance experience at a registered investment advisor within private equity, real estate, or financial services, or at a law firm advising registered investment advisors Practical experience forming and maintaining private funds Strong understanding of the Advisers Act, ’40 Act, and other regulatory issues relating to private funds and registered investment advisers Extensive experience reviewing investor-facing materials such as DDQs, pitch decks, and placement agent agreements Real estate investing experience preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams while maintaining confidentiality

Responsibilities

The Chief Compliance Officer will lead the firm's compliance program under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and manage regulatory filings and examinations. They will also provide legal support for fund formation, governance, and investor-related transactions while partnering with executive leadership.