Compliance Director - Retirement Plans

Ameritas • Lincoln, NE

2d • Remote

About The Position

Ameritas is seeking a Compliance Director - Retirement Plans to partner across the Retirement Plan division to embed recordkeeping compliance into business processes and serve as a trusted compliance advisor to internal stakeholders and external clients. This position is remote (within the U.S.A.) and does not require regular in-office presence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
• 7-10 years Related Experience in the retirement plan industry required
• Solid knowledge of ERISA, IRS & DOL regulations
• Knowledge of FTW and/or Relius compliance software

Nice To Haves

• Industry credentials strongly preferred (QKA, APR, APA, ERPA)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on ERISA, Department of Labor (DOL), and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations, with a strong focus on retirement plan recordkeeping requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide compliance guidance and support on retirement plan administration matters, including Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), participant loans, hardship withdrawals, distributions (including Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)), prohibited transactions, administrative error corrections, client complaints, and participant and plan disclosure obligations, including 408(b)(2) disclosures.
• Review and provide compliance support related to plan document provisions, including eligibility requirements, vesting schedules, and employer contribution formulas.
• Oversee retirement plan document management and restatement cycles for 401(k), 403(b), and other qualified retirement plans, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and evolving industry standards.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting retirement plans and recordkeeping operations, and communicate business impacts and compliance requirements to key stakeholders.
• Review marketing, advertising, and client-facing communications to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable regulatory and company standards.
• Provide client-facing compliance expertise on ERISA and retirement plan recordkeeping matters, supporting client discussions, issue resolution, and business development efforts as needed.
• Identify, assess, and escalate matters requiring legal interpretation to internal Legal Counsel.
• Partner with Legal, Risk, and business leaders on audits, regulatory inquiries, investigations, strategic initiatives, and escalated client complaints.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance.
• Incentive Program Bonuses.
• Competitive Pay.
• Flexible Hybrid work.
• Thrive Days - Personal time off.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Well-being programs with financial rewards.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Professional development programs.
• Leadership development programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• StrengthsFinder Program.
• Matching donations program.
• Paid volunteer time– 8 hours per month.
• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Backup child, elder and pet care support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree