Job title: Associate, Compliance – Fund Formation
Company: Vista Equity Partners Management
Job description: Position Summary:Vista Equity Partners (“Vista”) is seeking to hire a highly accountable and diligent Associate, Fund Formation to support Vista’s Fund Formation Team. Areas of responsibility will include, but are not limited to, (1) provide dedicated support to the Fund Counsels in all areas of fund formation processes (2) spearhead the organization and maintenance of all Vista fund formation and related documentation, (3) coordinate with the larger Compliance team on maintaining proper entity tracking, (4) assist with related approval processes for Vista’s internal sales and other investor tracking platforms, (5) assist with the review of fundraising and other marketing materials and (6) prepare initial drafts of form-based legal documents.Successful candidates will possess a high level of personal accountability, a strong work ethic, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work as a part of a team or individually with limited supervision. This is a highly visible and impactful role that will require excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor.This role will report to Vista’s co-Senior Fund Counsels and can be based in San Francisco, CA; Chicago, IL, Austin, TX or New York, NY and is for an immediate start. Responsibilities:
- Spearhead implementing and maintaining a best-in-class fund formation function for Vista, which will include, but not be limited to:
- Assisting in the drafting, updating, and revision of Firm policies and procedures
- Performing anti-money laundering and anti-corruption diligence reviews and supporting AML/KYC processes
- Assisting with marketing materials review, including fund-related materials and presentations used in fundraising, firm events, and conferences
- Supporting preparation and submission of regulatory filings as needed
- Standardize and maintain proper record keeping of:
- Vista fund and other compliance-related documentation (including, but not limited to, partnership agreements, side letters, formation and ancillary fund documents, placement agent agreement, and transfer agreements) including ensure all relevant fund documentation is uploaded to side letter/legal document management tool
- Marketing materials and diligence materials in connection with fundraising (i.e., work product from the various investor relations personnel) or post-fundraising investor requests (i.e., work product from investor relations personnel, including ongoing investor reporting).
- Spearhead initial investor pre-approval process via online sales tracking platform.
- Coordinate marketing material review, including fund-related materials, investor requests, and presentations used in fundraising, firm events, and conferences
- Manage administration of investor transfers.
- Liaise with records management team to ensure proper tracking of entities.
- Prepare initial drafts of form-based legal documents (e.g., NDAs and AML Letters).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Prior experience working as a paralegal or associate at a large asset manager strongly preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with changing requirements.
- Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, client service orientation, and a team-player mindset.
- Outstanding time management, organization, and prioritization skills. Ability to own projects from start to finish with minimal guidance with great attention to detail.
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $115,000-150,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, and the applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other components may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Company Overview:Vista is a leading global investment firm that invests exclusively in enterprise software, data and technology-enabled organizations across private equity, credit, public equity and permanent capital strategies. The firm brings an approach that prioritizes creating enduring market value for the benefit of its global ecosystem of investors, companies, customers and employees. Vista’s investments are anchored by a sizable long-term capital base, experience in structuring technology-oriented transactions and proven, flexible management techniques that drive sustainable growth. Vista believes the transformative power of technology is the key to an even better future – a healthier planet, a smarter economy, a diverse and inclusive community and a broader path to prosperity. Further information is available at . Follow Vista on LinkedIn or Twitter .
Expected salary: $115000 – 150000 per year
Location: Austin, TX
Job date: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 22:32:20 GMT
