Transamerica

Lead Compliance Analyst - Advisory

Transamerica$90K — $100K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field.
  • Five years in regulatory compliance or related areas.
  • Experience in advisory compliance and compliance testing.
  • Strong knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and SEC regulations.
  • Proficient understanding of advisory products and related regulatory requirements.
  • FINRA licenses (7, 24, 65/66) preferred or must be obtained.
  • Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead assigned advisory compliance programs and monitoring activities.
  • Assess impacts of SEC regulations and industry developments.
  • Enhance compliance program policies and procedures.
  • Prepare and maintain regulatory disclosures like Form ADV.
  • Identify regulatory risks and recommend compliance solutions.
  • Provide compliance guidance to internal stakeholders.
  • Support regulatory inquiries and audits with documentation and analyses.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
  • Pension plan and 401k matching.
  • Tuition reimbursement for career development.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually.
  • Employee wellness program with coaching and rewards.
  • Parental leave and adoption assistance.
Full Job Description
Job Family
Regulatory Compliance

Job Description Summary
As a key member of the Compliance department, help strengthen the effectiveness of the firm's investment advisory compliance program by supporting regulatory oversight, compliance risk management, and compliance initiatives designed to mitigate legal, regulatory, operational, and reputational risk. Apply advanced knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, fiduciary obligations, and SEC regulatory requirements to independently perform complex compliance activities, identify emerging risks, recommend practical solutions, and support the ongoing enhancement of the firm's compliance program.

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • Serve as a lead resource for assigned advisory compliance programs, regulatory initiatives, monitoring activities, and compliance projects, including regulatory oversight, risk assessment, and policy implementation for advisory programs, products, and services.
  • Interpret and assess the impact of new and existing SEC regulations, regulatory guidance, enforcement actions, and industry developments affecting the firm's advisory business.
  • Support the maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the firm's compliance program, including policies and procedures, Code of Ethics, compliance testing, monitoring activities, risk assessments, and regulatory documentation.
  • Coordinate the preparation, review, and maintenance of regulatory disclosures including Form ADV Parts 1, 2A, 2B brochure supplements, 13F, and 13H.
  • Identify regulatory risks, conflicts of interest, control gaps, trends, and process improvement opportunities; prepare reports and recommend practical solutions to strengthen compliance oversight; assist in the implementation of solutions as necessary.
  • Provide compliance guidance and support to business partners, financial professionals, and firm personnel regarding advisory compliance requirements, fiduciary responsibilities, SEC regulations, and firm policies.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Operations, Product, Supervision, Compliance, and business partners to support compliant implementation of new products, services, operational changes, and strategic initiatives.
  • Support regulatory examinations, audits, inquiries, investigations, and information requests by coordinating documentation collection, performing analyses, assisting with responses, and supporting remediation activities.
  • Participate in initial and ongoing due diligence reviews of advisory products, programs, third-party service providers, and investment platforms to help ensure appropriate disclosures, agreements, and oversight.
  • Assist with the development and delivery of compliance training, regulatory communications, educational resources, and knowledge sharing for financial professionals, as well as analysts and other team members.
  • Complete additional tasks, special projects, and compliance-related initiatives as assigned.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or other relevant field, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Five years of regulatory compliance, insurance, securities, financial services, internal audit, risk management, testing, monitoring, or other relevant experience
  • Experience in advisory compliance supporting compliance programs, compliance testing, regulatory examinations and compliance risk assessments.
  • Strong working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, SEC rules and regulations applicable to registered investment advisers, and fiduciary obligations.
  • Knowledge of advisory products, investment management services, advisory fee arrangements, and related regulatory requirements.
  • FINRA Series 7, 24, and 65/66 licenses, or ability to obtain required licenses within a specified timeframe.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate regulatory requirements and compliance expectations to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to research, analyze, and interpret complex regulatory requirements and assess business impacts.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting Form ADV preparation and maintenance.
  • Experience supporting SEC filings including Form 13F and 13H.
  • Experience participating in SEC examinations and remediation activities.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to independently manage multiple priorities, deadlines, projects, and regulatory initiatives.


Working Conditions
• Hybrid office environment (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
• Locations: Denver, Cedar Rapids, Philadelphia, Baltimore

Compensation
The Salary for this position generally ranges between $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

Compensation Benefits
  • Competitive Pay
  • Bonus for Eligible Employees


Benefits Package
  • Pension Plan
  • 401k Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Disability Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Career Training & Development Opportunities


Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
  • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
  • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
  • Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Back-Up Care Program
  • PTO for Volunteer Hours
  • Employee Matching Gifts Program
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Referral Bonus Programs

About Transamerica

The Transamerica Corporation is an American holding company for various life insurance companies and investment firms operating primarily in the United States, offering life and supplemental health insurance, investments, and retirement services. The company has major offices located in Baltimore, Maryland; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Denver, Colorado; Norwood, Massachusetts; Exton, Pennsylvania; Harrison, New York; Johns Creek, Georgia; Plano, Texas; and St. Petersburg, Florida. Additional affiliated offices are located throughout the United States. In 1999, it became a subsidiary of Aegon, a European financial services company headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. Transamerica funds the Transamerica Institute, a nonprofit foundation which comprises the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies and the Transamerica Center for Health Studies.
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