AVP- Compliance & Control Analyst

Whittier Trust Company•Pasadena, CA

4d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Whittier Trust and Whittier Trust Company of Nevada are privately owned multi-family offices serving high-net-worth individuals and families with investment management, fiduciary, philanthropic, and family office services. The AVP, Compliance and Controls Analyst assists with compliance assignments and regulatory examinations, collaborating with personnel across the company’s departments and locations. The position is full-time and in-person at one of the Reno, Nevada; Seattle, Washington; Pasadena, California; or Orange County, California offices. The role offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, performance bonus, equity consideration, medical coverage, and retirement plans.

Requirements

10 or more years of professional office or financial services experience, preferably in trust, compliance, risk management, or related fields.
Experience working with trust accounting systems and compliance-related technologies.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities, including managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to perform advanced mathematical and analytical calculations, including fee calculations and percentage-based analyses.
Aptitude for learning new systems, processes, and technologies, and desire for professional growth.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.
High integrity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
Team-oriented approach, strong time management, and prioritization skills.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel by airplane as required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required).
Industry certifications such as CTFA, CFIRS, or similar credentials.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Responsibilities

Support regulatory examinations and internal audits by providing timely, accurate, and comprehensive responses to information requests.
Gather, analyze, and organize data from trust accounting systems, Laserfiche, Salesforce, and other business platforms for compliance and audit purposes.
Prepare and coordinate account review meeting materials, agendas, and minutes.
Conduct Lexis Diligence searches and review OFAC, FinCEN, and 314(a) reports to identify, assess, and escalate potential compliance risks.
Review and approve new account, account closing, and fee form workflows for compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and operational standards.
Monitor account data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency; identify and address control gaps and process improvement opportunities.
Contribute to the development, implementation, and improvement of sustainable compliance and control processes.
Collaborate with business partners to develop, document, and support compliance training and operational best practices.
Promote compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Assist with client relationship reviews.
Monitor and complete business license renewals and regulatory filings as required.
Support strategic and operational initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.