Chief Compliance Officer

Prime Residential•San Francisco, CA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

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
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams while maintaining confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Real estate investing experience preferred

Responsibilities

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