Lead Compliance Analyst – Compliance Testing & Regulatory Oversight

Job Family

Regulatory Compliance

Job Description Summary

As a key member of the Compliance department, help strengthen the effectiveness of the compliance programs of a broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, and insurance agency by leading compliance testing, monitoring, and regulatory oversight activities that mitigate legal, regulatory, operational, and reputational risk. Apply advanced knowledge of applicable rules and regulations to independently evaluate controls, identify risks and trends, lead complex testing initiatives, and recommend enhancements that support regulatory compliance and business objectives.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary owner and coordinator for assigned compliance testing, regulatory monitoring, and compliance oversight programs across the broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, and insurance agency including annual FINRA Rule 3120 and Advisers Act Rule 206(4)-7 compliance reviews. 
• Lead the planning, execution, documentation, and ongoing enhancement of risk-based compliance testing programs, including the development and maintenance of regulatory risk assessments; testing methodologies, sampling approaches, procedures, workpapers, and calendars; reporting frameworks; risk matrices; compliance logs; and supporting records. 
• Evaluate business processes, supervisory controls, policies, procedures, products, and services to assess compliance with applicable SEC, FINRA, and state regulatory, and internal requirements. 
• Analyze testing results to identify control weaknesses, root causes, emerging risks, and recurring issues, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen compliance controls, business practices, and the maturity of the compliance testing and monitoring program. 
• Prepare and present testing results, compliance metrics, trend analyses, management reporting, and regulatory summaries to Compliance leadership and business stakeholders. 
• Coordinate and support regulatory examinations, audits, inquiries, investigations, and requests by gathering documentation, conducting analysis, drafting responses, and supporting remediation efforts. 
• Research and interpret new and existing regulatory requirements, guidance, enforcement developments, and industry best practices; assess potential impact and recommend appropriate action. 
• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Supervision, Operations, Risk, Product, and business partners to implement corrective actions, process improvements, regulatory initiatives, business initiatives, and control enhancements. 
• Provide guidance, training, and technical support to team members and business partners regarding testing methodologies, regulatory requirements, and compliance expectations. 
• Complete additional tasks, special projects, and compliance-related initiatives as assigned. 

Qualifications

• 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, advisory compliance or other relevant experience. 
• Strong working knowledge of FINRA and SEC requirements. 
• Experience supporting compliance programs, compliance testing, regulatory examinations, and compliance risk assessments.  
• FINRA Series 7 and 24 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.  

Preferred Qualifications

• FINRA Series 65 or 66 license. 
• Experience conducting investigations and surveillance 
• Experience creating and performing testing related to the annual broker-dealer’s 3120 testing/reporting and the registered investment advisor’s 206(4)-7 testing/reporting, etc. 
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.   
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities, deadlines, projects, and regulatory initiatives.   

Working Conditions

• Office Environment
• Hybrid office environment (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
• Locations: Denver, Cedar Rapids, Philadelphia, Baltimore 

• Compensation
  The Salary for this position generally ranges between $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

  Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration, sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

What We Offer  

 

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

 

Compensation Benefits 

• Competitive Pay 

• Bonus for Eligible Employees 

 

Benefits Package 

• Pension Plan 

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

 

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

• 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

 

Inclusion & Diversity  

  

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. 

  

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. 

   

Giving Back  

  

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.     

  

Transamerica’s Parent Company  

 

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.   

* As of December 31, 2023