Compliance Specialist - Financial Services

UMB Bank•Kansas City, MO

3d•$81,864 - $120,406

About The Position

UMB Financial Services Inc. (UMBFSI) is UMB’s broker-dealer and investment-advisor affiliate, governed by FINRA and the SEC. It serves retail and institutional customers and municipalities through brokerage accounts, qualified retirement plans, retirement plan consulting, college planning, retirement planning, and other services. The Compliance Specialist works with a dedicated compliance team to implement UMBFSI’s compliance program. The role oversees electronic communications, social media, correspondence, branch office examinations, marketing, and advertising. It monitors regulatory developments, prepares regulatory filings, responds to regulatory inquiries, and advises on regulatory implications of proposed rules and new products or services. The specialist collaborates with UMBFSI associates and departments including corporate risk, legal, human resources, and internal audit. The role also helps identify training needs, develops training curriculum, and provides training at annual compliance meetings, monthly roundtable calls, new-hire orientations, and as needed. Other compliance duties may be assigned. The position was posted on 10/23/2026, with an application deadline 45 days after posting unless filled earlier. The listed compensation range is $81,864–$120,406; actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience.
Five years of relevant experience.
FINRA Series 7.

Nice To Haves

FINRA Series 24, or willingness to attain it within 90 days of hire.
FINRA Series 52, 53, and 66, or Series 63 and 65.
Seven years of compliance experience in the securities industry.
Advanced degree such as an MBA or JD.
State insurance licensing in fixed and variable insurance products for all states where UMB Insurance is admitted.

Responsibilities

Oversee electronic communications, social media, correspondence, branch office exams, marketing, and advertising.
Monitor and review regulatory developments that may affect the firm, including those from FINRA, SEC, MSRB, and other regulatory organizations.
Prepare regulatory filings and respond to regulatory inquiries.
Provide guidance on regulatory implications associated with new or proposed rules and new UMBFSI products or services.
Work with UMBFSI associates and departments such as corporate risk, legal, human resources, and internal audit to support compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
Assist with identifying educational and training needs and developing training curriculum.
Provide training during the annual compliance meeting, monthly roundtable calls, new-hire orientations, and at other times as needed.
Perform other compliance duties as assigned.