Compliance Officer

Neuberger Berman; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Neuberger Berman is seeking a Compliance Officer in New York to design and implement policies under Advisers Act rules, collaborating with the CCO and legal team. You will review inquiries, marketing materials, and regulatory filings while guiding staff training and risk controls.

The role emphasizes independent project leadership, experience with SEC/NFA/CFTC matters, and familiarity with fixed income and investment vehicles. Hybrid work and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing Advisers Act Rule 206(4)-7 compliance programs.
• Experience with SEC, NFA, and CFTC regulatory inquiries.
• Familiarity with Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to lead large projects independently.
• Experience with portfolio management/compliance monitoring tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures under Advisers Act rules.
• Review regulatory inquiries from SEC and other bodies.
• Review marketing materials and client communications for compliance.
• Coordinate regulatory examinations and prepare responses.
• Conduct training for staff on compliance policies.
• Assist in Form ADV updates and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Analytical ability

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Graduate degree in law or business

Tools

Portfolio management systems

Compliance monitoring tools (Aladdin)

Job description

Neuberger is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager, offering a wide range of active strategies across equity, fixed income, private equity, real estate, and hedge funds to institutions, advisors, and individual investors worldwide. Founded on a culture of collaboration, rigorous fundamental research, and long-term thinking, the firm is committed to delivering compelling investment results and shaping a workplace where diverse perspectives and independent thought drive better outcomes for clients. The Compliance Officer will work regularly with the CCO–Fixed Income and other compliance and legal staff in developing and implementing policies and procedures for a registered investment adviser, with a specific emphasis on the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the analysis, development, and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with various regulations, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Investment Company Act of 1940 rules and regulations

• Review, analyze, and respond to regulatory inquiries, including those relating to the SEC and NFA/CFTC

• Review marketing materials, including advertising, sales literature, correspondence, and RFP/RFI/DDQs

• Manage ad hoc and strategic projects, including development of surveillance reports and other technology initiatives

• Liaise with senior business personnel regarding special projects and regulatory initiatives; provide guidance and analysis of rules and/or firm policies as appropriate

• Assist the CCO in the development and administration of Advisers Act Rule 206(4)-7 compliance programs; help define and develop risk parameters, implement the programs, and review final reports

• Conduct periodic audits of compliance policies and procedures pursuant to Rule 206(4)-7 of the Investment Advisers Act and prepare written documentation of results for submission to the CCO

• Assist the CCO in the annual review and amendments to Form ADV and other applicable regulatory reporting requirements

• Provide compliance guidance relating to new product development initiatives, including identifying potential compliance risks and ensuring that compliance processes and systems are developed and implemented

• Coordinate or assist in regulatory examinations and prepare information and responses to various requests

• Help develop and conduct training and education for staff relating to policies and procedures and any amendments

Qualifications

• Demonstrated industry experience, including compliance experience relating to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related rules and regulations

• Strong preference for a graduate degree in law or business

• Must be accustomed to working independently, leading large-scale projects to completion, and functioning as a constructive member of a team

• Must work well in a team structure involving both business and support functions; experience dealing with regulatory changes and policy implementations relating to such changes

• Experience with portfolio management systems and/or compliance monitoring systems for monitoring and reporting account activity; knowledge of compliance tools such as Aladdin or similar portfolio compliance monitoring systems a plus

• Demonstrated analytical ability, strong written and oral communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of staff, including senior management

• Regulatory experience with the SEC a plus

• Knowledge of CFTC and NFA rules and regulations a plus

• Knowledge of Investment Company Act of 1940 and regulations a plus

• Broad experience with fixed‑income markets and securities products preferable

• Must be a detail‑oriented Compliance Officer

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Applicants must be authorized and have the right to work in the country where the role is located without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Compensation Details

The salary range for this role is $80,000-$130,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the job posting location. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, business sector, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, market benchmarking data, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, which, along with base salary and retirement contributions, is part of our total comprehensive package. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement, life insurance and other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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