Compliance Examiner

Socket.dev; Great Falls (MT); Hybrid; USD 54,486 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Company 401(k) and ESOP contribution

Paid holidays

Generous sick, vacation, and parental/

Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 cap)

Discounted personal insurance

Charitable gift-matching

Davidson Day of Giving

Job summary

D.A. Davidson Companies is seeking a Wealth Management Compliance Examiner to conduct onsite and virtual examinations of branch offices, ensuring adherence to FINRA/SEC/MSRB rules. The role supports senior leadership and partners with external auditors and clients.

The ideal candidate will have FINRA licenses, relevant compliance experience, and the ability to provide interpretive guidance. Travel about 35% is required as part of regulatory examinations.

Qualifications

• FINRA, SEC, MSRB and state rules knowledge.
• Two+ years compliance experience and five years industry experience preferred.
• Ability to provide interpretive compliance guidance with independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule branch examinations and manage travel expenses.
• Perform data collection and analyze data for irregularities and trends.
• Conduct onsite/virtual examinations to evaluate compliance with firm policies and regulations.
• Draft and distribute inspection communications to branch principals and internal partners.
• Assist with review of potential restricted trade violations and certifications in Comply.
• Escalate issues to internal stakeholders as appropriate.
• Assist in investigations and inquiries for branch offices.
• Contribute to process improvements for branch-related and firm-wide processes.
• Maintain firm books and records related to assigned areas.

Skills

FINRA licenses

SIE

Series 7/65/66

9/10 or 24

Communication skills

Travel 35%+

Analytical thinking

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

D.A. Davidson Companies is an independent, employee-owned company with a rich history spanning 90 years. We are dedicated to conducting our business in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and delivering outstanding service to our clients and each other. We support a friendly, open and supportive culture, and encourage candid communication and productive engagement that make our companies and each of us better. Just as we work to improve our clients’ financial well-being, we also work to strengthen local communities—and giving back is one of our core values. You can learn more about our company culture and impact in our latest annual report.

Summary/Function

D.A. Davidson & Co. is a leading financial services firm providing wealth management, financial planning, investment banking, and public finance services to a client base that includes individuals, corporations, institutional clients, and governments. The firm has operations across the United States. The Wealth Management (WM) Compliance Examiner conducts onsite and virtual examinations of D.A. Davidson WM branch offices, acts as an ongoing compliance contact for branch offices, and supports adherence with industry rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• FINRA SIE, Series 7, Series 65 or 66, and Series 9 and 10 or Series 24 licensing required. May consider candidates without required principal licensure (i.e., 9/10 or 24) provided they are able and willing to obtain within 6 months of starting the position.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or complimentary field, or relevant securities industry experience. Two or more years of compliance experience and five years of industry experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of investment concepts, practices, laws, and regulations; includes FINRA, SEC, MSRB and state/jurisdiction rules and regulations related to securities and investment advisory compliance.
• Experience conducting surveillance oversight of Firm supervisory processes desired.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills necessary to engage with senior leaders, industry examiners, outside auditors, clients, law firms, other financial institutions, and branch associates.
• Ability to provide interpretive compliance guidance and advice, utilizing critical thinking independent judgement in moderate to complex situations.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and meet Firm and regulatory deadlines.
• Ability to work in a digital environment; proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Advanced technology skills desired and welcomed.
• Exhibits a professional and personable demeanor always.
• Ability and willingness to commit over 35% of time to travel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The WM Compliance Examiner is responsible for performing specific duties in support of the compliance program functions and initiatives which include responsibilities related to the day-to-day compliance program duties, annual compliance reviews, assigned projects, and providing compliance guidance and support to branches and internal business and supervision partners as needed.

Duties

• Schedules branch examinations and manage related travel expenses.
• Performs data collection in accordance with examination program requirements and analyzes collected data to identify irregularities, trends, and patterns.
• Conducts onsite/virtual examinations to evaluate compliance with Firm policies, WSPs, and industry regulations.
• Drafts and distributes inspection related communications to branch principals and internal business and supervision partners.
• As needed, assists with review of potential restricted trade violations; disclosure of OBAs, PSTs, and political contributions; and semiannual and annual certifications in Comply.
• Alerts internal stakeholders of identified issues and escalates items, as appropriate.
• Assists in the investigation, review and follow-up for customer complaints, arbitrations, regulatory investigations, and inquiries as applicable for branch offices.
• Participates in addressing sensitive compliance or supervision issues with internal leaders in assigned functional areas.
• Recommends process improvements to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of branch-related and Firm-level processes.
• Maintains required Firm books and records relating to areas of assigned responsibilities.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as identified, needed, and assigned.

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus excellent benefits and perks including, but not limited to:
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company 401(k)and ESOP contribution
• Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 lifetime cap)
• Discounted personal insurance including home, auto and recreational vehicles
• Charitable gift-matching program
• Davidson Day of Giving – Our tradition of positively impacting communities in which we live and work.
• The potential base pay hiring range for this role is $54,486 to $80,000 annually. The compensation offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis considering a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the skills, relevant work experience, and geographic location of each specific candidate.

At D.A. Davidson, we are committed to fostering a diverse environment that supports the development and inclusivity of all employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

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