Compliance Officer, VP

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.

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Role Overview

PIMCO is seeking a dynamic Compliance Officer to join its global compliance team within the Legal and Compliance Department. This role will support the U.S. Registered Funds program, which includes open-end funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), closed-end funds, business development companies (BDCs), and interval funds. The successful candidate will be based in one of PIMCO's U.S. offices and will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of the U.S. Registered Funds compliance program, collaborating with the Legal and Compliance Department to evaluate risks and adherence to policies and procedures by relevant business groups and service providers

• Participate in the ongoing implementation and execution of the Fund's risk assessment and testing program, including:

  • Assessing key business processes and critical business risks and controls

  • Documenting a written testing plan and compliance testing procedures

  • Executing testing of procedures and internal controls in critical business areas

  • Evaluating, documenting, and presenting results of test work

  • Identifying enhancements and remedial actions to address compliance observations

• Assist with the oversight of the Fund's service providers by executing due diligence as determined by the Fund's Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) and members of the Legal and Compliance department, including:

  • Reviewing relevant service provider policies and procedures, including material changes

  • Reviewing periodic certifications and annual due diligence questionnaires to identify issues for escalation and resolution

  • Executing surveillance to monitor key risks and controls related to Fund service providers

  • Monitoring issues and documenting resolutions for recordkeeping and reporting purposes

  • Assisting in coordination meetings with business stakeholders responsible for service providers

• Collect information to assist in the efficient preparation of quarterly, annual, and periodic reporting to the Board of Independent Trustees

• Collaborate with various teams and departments, including Legal and Operations, to identify and address regulatory matters

• Take initiative in learning and applying new skills and regulations

• Uphold a strong sense of integrity, consistently aligning with PIMCO's values and ethical principles

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

• Approx. 3-5 years of work experience focused on Registered '40 Act products, ideally within a global bank, major financial services firm, or global asset manager

• Prior experience with '40 Act products, including the fund types mentioned

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel

• General knowledge of regulatory requirements applicable to U.S. investment managers and broker-dealers, including the Investment Company Act of 1940 and Investment Advisers Act (knowledge of FINRA rules is a plus)

• Strong background in fixed income, alternatives, derivatives, commodities, and equity strategies offered in various investment products

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate clear ideas and strategies

• Strong analytical and issue-spotting skills, with a critical thinking mindset

• Ability to balance regulatory and policy standards with a practical business perspective

• Highly motivated self-starter willing to identify opportunities for enhancement

• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, follow up, produce accurate work, and meet strict deadlines

• Highly flexible and multi-task oriented, capable of adapting to changing business demands

• Consensus builder and team player with cultural sensitivity to work effectively in a global organization

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