Manager, Investment Compliance - Wealth Management

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager for their Wealth Management Investment Compliance team. This role involves leading a small team of compliance analysts, ensuring adherence to financial regulations, and developing strategic compliance initiatives. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication, the position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on compliance practices within a respected financial institution. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence, where your expertise will help shape the future of wealth management compliance. This role is perfect for those seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

401k and Pension

Health and Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Discretionary Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of investments-related experience in wealth management or asset management.
• Solid experience in compliance or risk management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a compliance team and oversee performance management processes.
• Develop compliance strategies and ensure adherence to regulations.
• Guide staff and provide training to meet compliance standards.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Management Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Formal Education in Financial Services

Job description

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.

Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Job Title: Manager, Wealth Management Investment Compliance

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for managing a small Business Unit Compliance Team. Accountable for the assignment and execution of work with compliance analysts and the performance management process and staffing of the unit. Participates with the Head of Investment Compliance in the developing and executing the strategic plan, update of investment policies and procedures, and other key functions. Will take on additional ad-hoc project work as needed.

Major Duties:

1. Manages a small business unit compliance team. Conducts the performance management process, identifies training and development needs, and establishes performance standards for the team.
2. Participates in developing the business unit compliance team strategic plan and sets goals and priorities based on the direction set for the team. Follows through to ensure that objectives are met.
3. Oversees compliance with the code of ethics for wealth management and works with team on identification and management of conflicts of interest in the investment process.
4. Supports standing investment services committees and on ad hoc unit committees as appropriate.
5. Provides guidance to staff, fostering an environment that encourages employee participation, teamwork, and communication.
6. Advises business partners on applicable laws, rules, and standards, which may impact their businesses.
7. Implements the Corporate Compliance Program within the business unit and acts as a contact point within the business unit for inquiries from Corporate Compliance partners.
8. Partners with Corporate Compliance to identify business partners who are required to take certain training to comply with regulatory requirements.
9. Develops written procedures to comply with applicable laws, regulations, rules, and standards which may impact the business.
10. Identifies, documents, and escalates to Corporate Compliance and BU management, compliance risks associated with the business unit's activities.
11. Oversees the completion of compliance risk assessments and participates in assessing the applicability of the Company's Compliance program and guidelines to the business unit.

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of laws and regulations that govern financial services activities, usually acquired through formal education and experience, is required.
2. Analytical and communication skills are required to review laws/regulations and assess impact of new regulations and work with business partners to ensure compliance.
3. Management and organizational skills are required to manage the team and direct the team's activities. Knowledge of investment terminology, characteristics of the various marketplaces, the laws and regulations governing trust investments and taxation, the bank's policies, procedures, and strategies, acquired through work experience and formal education.

Experience:

1. Solid experience, preferably in compliance or risk management; or equivalent related experience.
2. 7-10 years of investments-related experience in wealth management, asset management, or other financial service organizations.
3. Prior management experience is also preferred.
4. Communication skills are required to guide sensitive or difficult situations.
5. Leadership and organizational skills are required to determine the unit goals, resources needed, and to assess and develop the skills of the staff.

Salary Range:

$83,100 - 141,300 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.

Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today.

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail].

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements, and together we can achieve greater.

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