- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 8 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Eligibility
- Professionals with compliance experience who meet the language, education, and regulatory knowledge requirements can apply. The role is intended for a self-driven candidate who can work independently in Riyadh while coordinating with international teams.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the Company
PJT Partners is an advisory-led investment bank with a global footprint. Its senior professionals support clients with strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring, special situations, and private fund advisory and placement solutions for corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors, and governments. Through PJT Park Hill, the firm also provides private fund advisory and fundraising support to alternative investment managers across private equity, real estate, and hedge fund strategies.
The firm places strong emphasis on hiring exceptional talent and building a long-lasting organization. Its culture is shaped around inclusivity, diverse viewpoints, and collaboration so that teams can deliver sharper advice and stronger insights to clients.
Role Overview
PJT Partners is looking for a compliance professional to support business activities for its Saudi Arabia operations. This is a newly created independent role, reporting to the Head of Compliance for the Middle East in Dubai. The position offers the chance to work autonomously while contributing to the wider Legal & Compliance function across the firm.
Key Responsibilities
The role focuses on maintaining strong compliance standards, supporting regulated business activities, and coordinating across regional and global teams.
- Keep the Saudi Arabia compliance policies and procedures up to date and aligned with local regulatory expectations.
- Support the Strategic Advisory and Restructuring teams in Saudi Arabia by advising on execution activities and exercising independent oversight of staff acting on behalf of PJT Partners (Saudi Arabia).
- Manage and support regulatory engagement and reporting with the Capital Market Authority (CMA) and other relevant government entities.
- Track licensing and registration obligations for personnel working on behalf of PJT Partners (Saudi Arabia).
- Review regulatory changes in Saudi Arabia, evaluate their impact, and advise the firm accordingly.
- Provide local support to Finance and Operations teams in the region.
- Act as a key link between the Saudi team and colleagues in London and New York to maintain coordination and consistency across regional and global activities.
Candidate Profile
The ideal applicant is a motivated, intelligent, and proactive professional who can operate independently and contribute effectively in a team-based environment. Strong written communication, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.
Application Notes
Applicants are expected to complete the online application for the Assistant Vice President – Compliance – Riyadh role.
Equal Opportunity
All eligible candidates will be considered fairly, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected status.