Hybrid Director, Due Diligence

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About the role

  • Director of Due Diligence overseeing and enhancing product research and compliance frameworks at Cetera Financial. Leading evaluations and operational reviews to maintain robust due diligence policies.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and Enhance Product Due Diligence Processes
  • Conduct Product Research and Analysis
  • Monitor Ongoing Product Shelf Quality
  • Conduct Operational and Regulatory Due Diligence
  • Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
  • Governance & Committee Leadership
  • Strategic Product Portfolio Management
  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Advisor Support
  • Reporting & Documentation
  • Leadership & Talent Development

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in Product Due Diligence, preferably in the Financial Services Industry.
  • Deep understanding of a broad financial product universe, including annuities, life insurance, mutual funds, ETFs, managed accounts, structured products, and alternative investments.
  • Understanding of market trends, product lifecycle economics, and competitive landscape analysis.
  • Expertise in both quantitative and qualitative product evaluation methodologies (e.g., expenses, performance, risk measures, consistency, product structure, manager review).
  • Knowledge of operational due‑diligence areas such as internal controls, trade processing, valuation practices, NAV analysis, and regulatory compliance programs.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks applicable to broker‑dealers (e.g., Reg BI, FINRA requirements, SEC oversight) and how they apply to product approval and oversight.
  • Ability to develop and maintain policies, procedures, governance charters, and documentation required for regulatory compliance and audits.
  • Capacity to evaluate complex product structures (e.g., crediting methods, riders, alternative investment strategies).
  • Ability to manage the entire product portfolio with an eye toward competitiveness, profitability, and long‑term business strategy.

Benefits

  • Inclusive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship.
  • Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are.
  • 20 plus days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 2 paid wellness days to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities.
  • 401(k) Savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years.
  • Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and foster.
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more.

Job title

Director, Due Diligence

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$192,000 - $288,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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