About the role

  • Compliance Manager executing risk-based compliance reviews and surveillance within investment management firm. Supporting compliance activities across Americas with emphasis on testing and reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Design, scope, and execute risk‑based compliance reviews aligned with the annual test plan, identifying relevant regulations, key risks, and controls
  • Develop and perform detailed testing to assess control design and operating effectiveness and evaluate compliance with policies and regulatory requirements
  • Engage with business and support teams through interviews, walkthroughs, and process reviews to understand activities, risks, and controls
  • Document all testing procedures, evidence, and conclusions clearly and comprehensively
  • Identify and articulate findings—including control gaps, deficiencies, and risk exposures—and prepare clear reports for stakeholders and management
  • Collaborate with business partners to draft remediation plans, support timely corrective actions, and track closure of issues
  • Conduct market abuse surveillance, reviewing alerts related to insider trading, window dressing, portfolio pumping, and other misconduct indicators
  • Partner with data analytics teams to leverage automation and analytical tools to enhance testing coverage and insights, while monitoring regulatory developments and emerging risks

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related business fields
  • 6-8+ years of experience in Financial Services Industry, in an Investment Management firm’s compliance, auditing or risk function preferred, previous experience with regulatory agency a plus
  • Broad knowledge of federal securities laws and regulations (SEC, FINRA, ERISA), including requirements under the Investment Advisers Act and Investment Company Act of 1940
  • Working understanding of a wide range of security types, including equities, fixed income, and derivatives
  • Familiarity with trading systems and related compliance components (e.g., Charles River)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation and influence abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels and a strong results-oriented mindset
  • Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and thoroughly investigate potential issues and determine appropriate actions
  • Ability to learn quickly, apply strategic thinking, and understand the broader impact of issues and associated risks
  • Self-starter with strong motivation and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Benefits

  • Flexible paid time off
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • 401(K) matching of 100% up to the first 6% with a discretionary supplemental contribution
  • Health & wellbeing benefits
  • Parental Leave benefits
  • Employee stock purchase plan

Job title

Compliance Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$140,000 - $160,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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