ICMA Retirement Corporation

Manager, Compliance

ICMA Retirement Corporation$95K — $148K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
  • 5+ years of compliance experience in broker-dealer/investment advisory
  • 3+ years of team leadership in compliance roles
  • In-depth knowledge of FINRA rules and key securities regulations
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently
  • Must hold relevant securities licenses (e.g., S7, S24, S63, S65, or S66)

Responsibilities

  • Plan and prioritize team tasks to meet service standards and regulatory needs
  • Oversee compliance testing and monitoring, ensuring thorough documentation and reporting
  • Maintain and update compliance policies and procedures effectively
  • Review marketing and client communications for compliance requirements
  • Coordinate and manage responses to regulatory inquiries and examinations
  • Handle the lifecycle of compliance issues from identification to resolution
  • Provide feedback and coaching to team members for performance improvement

Benefits

  • Competitive Total Rewards package including incentives and 401(k) matching contributions
  • Flexible hybrid work schedules for improved work-life balance
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education support
  • Opportunities for professional and career development including certifications
  • Comprehensive wellness programs for holistic health
  • Volunteerism initiatives to foster community engagement
Full Job Description
$95,700.00 - $148,340.00

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer, the Manager, Compliance provides day-to-day oversight of assigned compliance activities and supports the execution of the firm's compliance program. The role manages a team responsible for testing and monitoring, policy maintenance, marketing and communications reviews, issues management, regulatory requests, and overall operational support. The position operates within a standardized team structure that allows Managers to be assigned to any of the compliance groups based on business needs.

Essential Functions for this role include:

  • Plan and prioritize daily and weekly work across the team to ensure service standards, turnaround expectations, and regulatory requirements are met.
  • Oversee execution of the compliance testing and monitoring program, including review of workpapers, evaluation of exceptions, and delivery of clear written reports.
  • Maintain assigned policies and procedures, ensuring timely updates, version control, approvals, and firm-wide communication.
  • Review marketing, advertising, client communications, and related materials for regulatory compliance using established processes and criteria.
  • Coordinate regulatory exams, inquiries, and document requests, including organization of evidence, drafting responses, and supporting meetings with regulators.
  • Manage the issues lifecycle, from identification and documentation through remediation, validation, and closure.
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to the Compliance Officer and Compliance Analyst to ensure consistent quality and development.
  • Partner with business units to integrate compliance requirements into new processes, initiatives, and service models; support updates to documentation and training as needed.
  • Prepare status updates, risk insights, and summary materials for senior leadership.
  • Provide coverage for other Compliance Managers during peak periods or absences to maintain continuity of operations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


If you have the following skills, we encourage you to apply:

  • Bachelor's Degree,
  • Minimum 5 years of broker-dealer and investment adviser compliance experience
  • Minimum 3 years leading broker-dealer or investment adviser compliance teams
  • Strong knowledge of FINRA rules and Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Securities license: S7, S24, S63 and S65, or S66.


To benefit your career and support your wellbeing, we offer:
  • Competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, incentive programs, benefits, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules to support work-life balance
  • Tuition reimbursement to support continued education
  • Professional and career development opportunities, including courses and certifications
  • Comprehensive wellness programs promoting physical, mental, and emotional health
  • Volunteerism initiatives to encourage community engagement


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About ICMA Retirement Corporation

ICMA Retirement Corporation is a non-profit financial services corporation that provides retirement plans and related services for local government employees in the United States. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. ICMA Retirement Corporation offers a range of retirement plans, including 401(k) and 457 plans, as well as investment advisory services and educational resources to help employees plan for retirement. The company is committed to helping public sector employees achieve financial security in retirement.
Learn more about ICMA Retirement Corporation
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
1972
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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