Enterprise Compliance Assistant Director

Northwestern Mutual

88d • $92,750 - $172,250

About The Position

A newly created role evolved from where compliance excellence meets innovative solutions for our most sophisticated practices. This professional is a technical expert with the proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, uncover novel solutions, and provide next-level consultation. They support the curation of a seamless, strategic partnership across all Managing Partners, Field Supervisors, ensembles, and compliance partners through data aggregation, information-sharing, and strategic initiative development. They will serve as primary point of contact for ensemble-specific Director of Supervision for escalated compliance and supervision matters, balancing the need for expeditious outcomes and innovative solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years progressive experience in financial services compliance.
• Strong technical expertise in compliance regulations and risk management processes.
• Keen understanding of our field structure and roles within.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a track record of developing innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and drive compliance initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Experience in designing and delivering customized training programs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Active FINRA Series 7 and 24.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation to the Director of Supervision on highly complex and unprecedented topics raised by our top firms, serving as the liaison between field and corporate on all compliance and supervision matters, ensuring swift and coordinated resolution across leaders.
• Aggregate and consult on information needed by the Director of Supervision to execute on a seamless cross-network office experience despite system-limitations. Support the redesign of workflows impacted by cross-territory challenges.
• Pioneer a modernized compliance framework based on a profound understanding of ensemble business strategy, team dynamics, client focus, and trust.
• Facilitate communication across compliance divisions, business partners, and field stakeholders to ensure alignment in achieving compliance objectives, intentional risk management, and collaborative exploration. Advise leaders on the potential compliance impacts of ensemble business objectives.
• Support the identification, design, and delivery of tailored training programs in response to data trends, industry changes, and evolving risks.
• Provide continuous support for initiatives such as annual training and attestation monitoring, optimizing contracting workflows, managing staff compensation, and conducting transaction reviews, particularly in areas where systems restrict cross-territory access.
• Shape future compliance iterations and influence policy development by leveraging insights gathered through field partnership, innovative thinking, and visionary leadership.

Benefits

• Fairness and transparency in salary range.
• Diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Support for creative ideas and leadership challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees