Partner 16, Compliance Analyst
What legal & compliance roles in crypto pay
118 salaries · our own dataThis role pays $134k-$156k, below the $173k median for legal & compliance roles in crypto on this board.
As a Compliance Analyst at a16z crypto, you will own the regulatory requirements related to the firm's core compliance needs. You join a cross-functional team, working with colleagues across the firm on sensitive matters including personal trade pre-clearance, firm-wide training, regulatory filings, annual reviews, and compliance manual updates. You report directly to the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer and oversee external compliance consultants.
What you'll do
- Work collaboratively with internal teams such as Human Resources, Operations, and Finance to build controls that meet regulatory requirements
- Assist in the administration of the firm's Code of Ethics
- Operationalize customary compliance tasks to achieve scale across the program
- Assist in the analysis of potential material non-public information to maintain and monitor the firm's restricted list and information barriers
- Recommend, design, and administer regular firm-wide compliance training
- Identify, monitor, and document compliance issues that require follow-up and facilitate the resolution of breaches
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree (graduate degree such as JD or CFA equivalent is a plus)
- 3-5 years of experience in financial services, consulting, or project management in tech
- Extensive experience working in regulatory compliance with registered investment advisers
- Strong motivation and ability to be a self-starter with a positive outlook and desire to solve problems
- Curiosity and a desire to learn new concepts, processes, products, and regulations
- Strong analytical skills with an ability to understand complex processes and workflows
- Sound judgment and an ability to identify and escalate issues effectively and appropriately
- Exceptional organizational skills and a high degree of attention to detail
- An understanding of and strong focus on the mechanics of a control environment, including escalation and risk-related issues
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks simultaneously in a timely and effective manner
- Low ego, high empathy, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
What we offer
- Anticipated salary range of $134,000 to $156,000, with actual starting pay varying based on experience, skills, and scope
- Eligibility to participate in the a16z carry program and various discretionary bonus programs
- Benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401K plan, vacation, and sick leave
- In-office presence required 2 days per week in either Menlo Park or San Francisco, CA
About a16z crypto
Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is a venture capital firm founded in 2009 that backs entrepreneurs building the future through technology. a16z has $100B+ under management and invests across seed to growth-stage companies in AI, bio and healthcare, consumer, crypto, enterprise, fintech, games, and American dynamism.
