Company overview

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $205 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets, and listed equities. The firm has over 1,200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

For additional information please visit our website at www.oaktreecapital.com

Scope and Responsibilities

Oaktree is seeking an undergraduate or masters program summer intern to spend 8-weeks within the Compliance Department.

The Compliance department ensures Oaktree operates in accordance with the applicable regulations, laws, and internal policies required of asset managers, while also supporting the commercial needs of the business. Compliance performs a variety of functions, including reviewing firm and personal trading, writing procedures and policies for investment and operational teams, training staff on regulatory obligations and leveraging technology for surveillance of firm activities. The Compliance internship would assist in the day to day Compliance responsibilities associated with Oaktree’s UK regulated entities and staff.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting and reviewing compliance surveillance reports

• Assisting with the ongoing compliance and reporting obligations associated with Oaktree’s UK regulated entities

• Assisting in activities associated with Oaktree’s Code of Ethics and Personal Trading policies and the Supplemental UK Compliance Manual

• Participating in ad-hoc regional and global compliance projects

Experience required

• Exceptional analytical skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office with a specific emphasis on Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

• General knowledge of securities and/or securities markets (optional)

• A strong interest in Compliance and willingness to learn a great deal about alternative asset management

Personal attributes

• Outstanding initiative and a strong work ethic

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills

• Team-oriented and possesses strong integrity and professionalism

• Able to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with propriety

Education

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or masters degree from a top university or college.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.