Lead Compliance Analyst - Advisory

Transamerica • Cedar Rapids, IA

1d • $90,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a key member of the Compliance department, help strengthen the effectiveness of the firm's investment advisory compliance program by supporting regulatory oversight, compliance risk management, and compliance initiatives designed to mitigate legal, regulatory, operational, and reputational risk. Apply advanced knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, fiduciary obligations, and SEC regulatory requirements to independently perform complex compliance activities, identify emerging risks, recommend practical solutions, and support the ongoing enhancement of the firm's compliance program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or other relevant field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Five years of regulatory compliance, insurance, securities, financial services, internal audit, risk management, testing, monitoring, or other relevant experience
• Experience in advisory compliance supporting compliance programs, compliance testing, regulatory examinations and compliance risk assessments.
• Strong working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, SEC rules and regulations applicable to registered investment advisers, and fiduciary obligations.
• Knowledge of advisory products, investment management services, advisory fee arrangements, and related regulatory requirements.
• FINRA Series 7, 24, and 65/66 licenses, or ability to obtain required licenses within a specified timeframe.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate regulatory requirements and compliance expectations to diverse audiences.
• Ability to research, analyze, and interpret complex regulatory requirements and assess business impacts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting Form ADV preparation and maintenance.
• Experience supporting SEC filings including Form 13F and 13H.
• Experience participating in SEC examinations and remediation activities.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities, deadlines, projects, and regulatory initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a lead resource for assigned advisory compliance programs, regulatory initiatives, monitoring activities, and compliance projects, including regulatory oversight, risk assessment, and policy implementation for advisory programs, products, and services.
• Interpret and assess the impact of new and existing SEC regulations, regulatory guidance, enforcement actions, and industry developments affecting the firm’s advisory business.
• Support the maintenance and ongoing enhancement of the firm’s compliance program, including policies and procedures, Code of Ethics, compliance testing, monitoring activities, risk assessments, and regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate the preparation, review, and maintenance of regulatory disclosures including Form ADV Parts 1, 2A, 2B brochure supplements, 13F, and 13H.
• Identify regulatory risks, conflicts of interest, control gaps, trends, and process improvement opportunities; prepare reports and recommend practical solutions to strengthen compliance oversight; assist in the implementation of solutions as necessary.
• Provide compliance guidance and support to business partners, financial professionals, and firm personnel regarding advisory compliance requirements, fiduciary responsibilities, SEC regulations, and firm policies.
• Collaborate with Legal, Operations, Product, Supervision, Compliance, and business partners to support compliant implementation of new products, services, operational changes, and strategic initiatives.
• Support regulatory examinations, audits, inquiries, investigations, and information requests by coordinating documentation collection, performing analyses, assisting with responses, and supporting remediation activities.
• Participate in initial and ongoing due diligence reviews of advisory products, programs, third-party service providers, and investment platforms to help ensure appropriate disclosures, agreements, and oversight.
• Assist with the development and delivery of compliance training, regulatory communications, educational resources, and knowledge sharing for financial professionals, as well as analysts and other team members.
• Complete additional tasks, special projects, and compliance-related initiatives as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus for Eligible Employees
• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior