AVP, Compliance Advisor (Distribution Compliance (America))

Nuveen; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuveen is seeking an AVP, Compliance Advisor within Distribution Compliance (Americas) in Chicago to support the Chief Compliance Officer by managing day-to-day compliance operations for a registered broker-dealer and Canadian distribution entity.

You will advise partners on regulatory requirements, develop policies, perform risk assessments, monitor activities, administer licensing, and stay current on industry developments, with Series 7/24 prerequisites or plan to obtain within 120 days.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of regulatory compliance within financial services.
• Experience with a distribution-oriented broker-dealer model.
• Series 7 and Series 24 licenses required, or ability to obtain within 120 days.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Advise business partners on regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures supporting regulatory compliance.
• Assist in regulatory risk assessments and implement remediation plans.
• Execute monitoring activities, forensics, results, and remediation.
• Administer licensing and registration for broker-dealer and Canadian entities.
• Monitor regulatory developments and support audits and examinations.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Distribution broker-dealer

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

AVP, Compliance Advisor (Distribution Compliance (Americas)The AVP, Distribution Compliance supports the Chief Compliance Officer in administering compliance programs for a registered broker-dealer and Canadian distribution entity. This role executes day-to-day compliance operations and advises the business on regulatory and compliance matters. Working knowledge of a wholesale broker-dealer distribution model is a plus but not required.Key Responsibilities and DutiesAdvise business partners on regulatory requirements and internal policies and proceduresDevelop and maintain policies and procedures supporting regulatory complianceAssist CCO with performing regulatory risk assessments to identify compliance issues, concerns, and deficiencies and implementing action plans to remediate identified issuesExecute monitoring activities and forensic reviews, document results, and drive remediationAdminister regulatory due diligence for broker-dealer and Canadian distribution arrangements, including product-related compliance mattersAdminister aspects of licensing and registration for the broker-dealer and Canadian entityMonitor regulatory developments and industry trends affecting the compliance programsSupport document production for audits, testing, and regulatory examinationsEducational RequirementsUniversity (Degree) PreferredWork Experience3+ Years Required; 5+ Years PreferredFINRA RegistrationsSRC Indicator: Series 7; Series 24Physical RequirementsPhysical Requirements: Sedentary WorkCareer Level7ICRequired Skills3 or more years of experience in regulatory compliance within financial services industryExperience with a distribution-oriented broker-dealer business modelFamiliarity with Alternatives asset classes, including registered and unregistered fundsSeries 7 and Series 24 licenses required, or ability to obtain both within 120 days from the date of hire.Preferred Skills5 or more years of experience in a regulatory compliance within financial services industryExcellent attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective written and verbal communication skillsBachelor's degreeHigh proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPointRelated SkillsAdaptability, Business Process Understanding, Compliance, Compliance Trends, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Influence, Relationship Management, Risk Monitoring, Strategic ThinkingAnticipated Posting End Date:2026-10-07Base Pay Range: $87,800/yr - $119,000/yrActual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans)._____________________________________________________________________________________________________Company OverviewNuveen is a global investment leader, managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA, our parent company and one of the world’s largest institutional investors. We invest in the growth of businesses, real estate, infrastructure and natural capital, providing clients with the reliability, access and foresight unique to our heritage. 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