We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join our team on a contract basis in New Haven, Connecticut. In this role, you will oversee the full lifecycle management of database systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in DB2 Z/OS, DB2, and other database management platforms, along with a strong background in scripting and stored procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and maintain database systems including DB2 Z/OS, DB2, and Snowflake to ensure efficiency and reliability.<br>• Utilize database management tools such as VI Editor (Linux), Cron scheduling, and Mainview for effective database operations.<br>• Develop and optimize stored procedures within relational database environments for enhanced performance.<br>• Perform performance tuning and troubleshooting to address database issues and improve system functionality.<br>• Monitor database security and implement measures to safeguard sensitive information.<br>• Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of database systems.<br>• Create and maintain documentation for database processes, configurations, and standards.<br>• Conduct regular backups and recovery operations to minimize data loss.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements to incorporate best practices into database management.
<p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Underwriter to ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant. The Underwriter will evaluate credit, capacity, and collateral documentation, verify missing or deficient information, and ensure data is consistent. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Review all loan documentation for accuracy and completeness. </li><li>Evaluate the capacity, credit, and collateral for consistency and compliance. </li><li>Properly condition loans for missing or deficient documentation. </li><li>Manage a pipeline of up to 40 active loans at varying stages. </li><li>Re-prioritize work to meet daily and weekly volume goals. </li><li>Multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, an international luxury goods retailer, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Intellectual Property Counsel to join their US Legal Department. This role is pivotal in creating and implementing strategies and objectives, managing trademark disputes and litigations, supporting trademark clearances and prosecution as well as managing the Legal Anti-Diversion team. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Intellectual Property:</strong></p><p>• Managing U.S. Intellectual Property disputes. This includes the following responsibilities: </p><p>o Draft and review cease and desist letters and other correspondence relating to IP infringements;</p><p>o Prepare opposition notices and cancellation petitions for USPTO; </p><p>o Negotiate, draft and revise settlement agreements; </p><p>o Manage international TM disputes and partner with US Head of Intellectual Property and global team to create universal strategy, implement the strategy in the US; and</p><p>o Manage relationships and case expectations with outside counsel handling TTAB proceedings and various intellectual property infringement matters. </p><p>• Create and implement IP strategies and objectives that align with global and regional priorities.</p><p>• Prosecute Trademark applications, including assisting in trademark clearance searches, advise Trademark Manager on responses to USPTO office actions and renewals.</p><p>• Advise key stakeholders on topics regarding copyright, patent, domain name and trade secret.</p><p>• Partner with the US Legal corporate team to prepare, draft and negotiate commercial contracts, as needed.</p><p>• People management: manage the senior paralegal including creating priorities and associated responsibilities for this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Anti-Diversion: </strong></p><p>• Develop, define, and implement strategies to achieve program objectives.</p><p>• Plan, organize, and direct the operations of the program.</p><p>• Align program objectives with company's long-term vision for the Brand.</p><p>• Set and review KPIs to meet program objectives.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to maximize commercial and legal actions.</p><p>• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to enforce policies, mitigate diversion, and protect company's authorized distribution.</p><p>• Partner with Global Anti-Diversion in the worldwide execution of the program.</p><p>• Develop and issue US reporting to Leadership and Senior Management.</p><p>• Develop and implement educational resources to increase program knowledge and efficiency.</p><p>• Manage the program budget to maximize cost effectiveness.</p><p>• Manage the Legal Anti-Diversion team.</p><p><br></p><p>Years of experience needed - at least 7 years in trademark and IP. Anti-diversion experience is *not* needed. </p><p>Salary is commensurable with experience - about $135K - $185K + 15% target annual bonus. </p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>The Vice President of Investor Relations – Transfer Agency will play a key leadership role within the Alternative Investment Services (AIS) division, supporting the delivery of investor relations services to clients across hedge funds, private equity, and fund-of-funds. This position requires a strong background in investor relations operations, regulatory compliance, and alternative investment structures, with a focus on client service excellence, process optimization, and risk mitigation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary contact for a portfolio of clients and their investors, managing all inquiries and ensuring timely, accurate resolution.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, internal AIS teams, and cross-functional business partners.</li><li>Oversee transactional workflows including investor subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and documentation review (including KYC/AML).</li><li>Conduct completeness and quality assurance reviews of investor activity and fund changes.</li><li>Partner across the Investor Relations and AIS departments to ensure all processes align with internal risk management and compliance standards.</li><li>Support and execute system implementations, data migrations, and change management initiatives.</li><li>Contribute to re-engineering efforts to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of investor relations operations.</li><li>Coach and mentor junior team members to support professional growth and team performance.</li><li>Collaborate with global offices to promote a “follow-the-sun” service model and maintain consistent standards of excellence.</li><li>Produce and analyze management information reports (MIS/KPIs) to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Drive documentation of processes and ensure timely, effective delivery of services across departments.</li></ul><p><br></p>
