Polar Asset Management Partners Inc.

Location: New York, New York, USA

About Us:

Polar Asset Management Partners (“Polar”) is a US$6bn+ global alternative asset manager founded in 1991. Headquartered in Toronto with offices in New York, Calgary and London, Polar focuses on niche-oriented strategies which have attracted investors from around the world. Polar’s flagship Multi-Strategy Fund began trading in 1991 and has evolved over the course of 30+ years with the addition of complementary strategies and investment talent. With teams in Canada, US, and the UK, we are committed to generating strong risk-adjusted returns across Credit & Convertibles, Fixed Income, Fundamental Equity, Event-Driven, Structured and Private Credit, Commodities and Quantitative Equities.

We are looking for a dynamic, diligent and passionate Compliance Analyst to join our global compliance department and help Polar as we look to continue our development as a best-in-class hedge fund. 

Job Description & Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist Polar’s Chief Compliance Officer in implementing Polars’ compliance program as an SEC Registered Investment Advisor, CFTC/NFA Commodity Pool Operator and the Ontario Securities Commission as a Portfolio Manager/Investment Fund Manager/Exempt Market Dealer/Commodity Trading Manager.
• Implement controls and perform periodic reviews on Polar’s compliance program.
• Provide compliance training for Polar employees, prepare periodic regulatory, client and internal reports and participate in ad-hoc initiatives and projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in regulatory compliance with a hedge fund manager
• Strong understanding of US regulatory legislation and other legislations relevant to a global hedge fund manager, such as data privacy, anti-bribery and corruption, etc.
• Prior experience with Canadian securities regulatory requirements is an asset but not a requirement
• A highly ethical compliance professional who has a natural curiosity to learn and wishes to progress to a more senior compliance role over time
• An excellent communicator who feels comfortable dealing with different business units and various levels of seniority
• A creative thinker who always looks for ways to improve efficiencies
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize, relentless drive toward continuous improvement
• Location: New York City office of Polar Asset Management Partners Inc.

Why work with us? 

• We believe in developing, mentoring, and training our people – We are a passionate, dynamic, and high-performing team who believe in developing our own people. We will help you get great on-the-job learning experiences, challenge yourself for professional and personal growth. Our priority is providing a positive work culture that fosters growth, inclusion, and learning. 
• We provide a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package – Our compensation package includes a combination of competitive base salary, bonus, 20 days’ vacation, comprehensive health/vision/dental benefit package, and fitness allowance. We provide a charitable matching program, numerous team-building events, and hybrid work environment that allows you to do your best work.
• At Polar, we strive to attract, develop, and retain an inclusive workforce that embraces different backgrounds, experience, and ideas.

To apply, Please send your CV and cover letter to careers@polaramp.com.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000, which is specific to New York and may change in the future. We take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Polar Asset Management Partners Inc. does not accept unsolicited candidate resumes or profiles from external sources such as recruitment firms, headhunters, or employment placement agencies with whom we do not have a contractual relationship. Any candidate information or resume received, directly or indirectly, from a headhunter, agency or recruiter with whom we do not have a contractual relationship will be disregarded, and, under no circumstance, will we pay any referral, placement, or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.