Assistant Vice President - Compliance

About PJT Partners

PJT Partners is an internationally recognized advisory investment bank that supports a broad spectrum of clients, including corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors, and governments worldwide, with strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring, special situations, and private fund advisory and placement services. Our subsidiary, PJT Park Hill, specializes in advising and fundraising for alternative investment managers such as private equity, real estate, and hedge funds. Since inception, PJT Partners has believed that exceptional talent is fundamental to maintaining a lasting franchise. We embrace a culture of inclusiveness that encourages diverse perspectives and enables us to deliver the highest quality advice to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations for PJT Partners (Saudi Arabia).
• Advise and provide independent oversight to the Strategic Advisory and Restructuring teams operating in Saudi Arabia.
• Manage interactions and reporting obligations with regulatory authorities such as the Capital Market Authority (CMA) and other government agencies.
• Monitor licensing and registration compliance for local personnel.
• Keep abreast of and assess regulatory changes in Saudi Arabia and advise the firm accordingly.
• Support regional Finance and Operations departments.
• Act as a vital liaison connecting the Saudi office with colleagues in London and New York to promote collaboration and consistency across global compliance efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in compliance within financial services, consultancy, or regulatory environments.
• Bachelor’s degree is mandatory.
• In-depth understanding of CMA regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and fund marketing services.
• Fluency in Arabic and strong written and spoken command of English.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to manage priorities and work independently.
• Strong communication skills to articulate complex regulatory concepts clearly and to provide constructive challenge when necessary.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with global Legal & Compliance teams and broader corporate divisions.
• Analytical thinking, prioritization, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated risk awareness and ability to escalate concerns appropriately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Additional Information

Applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected status.