Transamerica

Sr Director, Investment Compliance

Transamerica$212K — $225K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 12 years of asset management compliance experience
  • Expertise in investment compliance, particularly with innovative investment strategies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives and external stakeholders
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient with technology in compliance operations

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain a compliance program for investment advisory activities
  • Establish comprehensive policies for various investment practices
  • Ensure adherence to laws and internal policies through oversight
  • Manage compliance monitoring and testing activities across functions
  • Proactively identify and escalate compliance issues and regulatory findings
  • Collaborate with Legal, Risk Management, and Internal Audit
  • Act as a strategic partner to senior investment leadership
  • Lead and mentor compliance staff for performance and improvement
  • Drive efficiency via process improvements and technology solutions

Benefits

  • Pension Plan
  • 401k Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Disability Insurance
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employee Discounts
  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually
  • Ten paid holidays per year
  • Holistic wellness program
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Back-Up Care Program
  • PTO for Volunteer Hours
  • Employee Matching Gifts Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion Programs
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Referral Bonus Programs
Full Job Description
Job Family
Regulatory Compliance

Job Description Summary
Provides strategic leadership and direction in the design, implementation, and oversight of compliance programs supporting Transamerica Life Insurance Company's general account investment activities within the Office of the Chief Investment Officer (OCIO), ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies while promoting a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct. This position is part of the compliance leadership team, supporting the build-out of the Chief Investment Office and will report into the Enterprise Chief Compliance Officer.

Job Description

Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance program for investment advisory activities over the general account in alignment with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Investments of Insurers Model Act, Iowa Code Chapters 508/511, and New York Insurance Law.
  • Establish and maintain written policies and procedures covering investment advisory, portfolio management, trading, conflicts of interest, personal trading, material nonpublic information (MNPI), information barriers, and post-trade compliance.
  • Provide independent compliance oversight to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
  • Oversee and evaluate compliance monitoring and testing activities across investment functions, including the annual review of the derivatives use plan.
  • Identify, escalate, and track remediation of compliance issues, regulatory findings, and control gaps.
  • Partner with Legal, Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Enterprise Compliance to ensure alignment across the three lines of defense.
  • Serve as a strategic compliance partner to senior investment leadership, fostering a culture of compliance, risk awareness, and ethical conduct.
  • Lead, develop, and mentor compliance professionals, promoting accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.
  • Drive efficiency and effectiveness through process improvements, data analytics, and technology-enabled compliance solutions.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 12 years of asset management compliance experience
  • Expertise in investment compliance, including innovative investment strategies such as private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and alternative credit
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives, investment professionals, and external stakeholders
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a fast-paced environment
  • Aptitude with technology and compliance operations


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor
  • MBA


Working Conditions:
  • Hybrid office environment: Baltimore/Cedar Rapids/Denver/Philadelphia
  • Moderate travel for business meetings, conferences, and related activities


Compensation:
  • The Salary for this position generally ranges between $212,000 - $225,000 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.
  • Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.


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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

Disclaimer:
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We've been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:
  • We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
  • Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer-not through text or email.


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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