Vice President, Compliance Consulting

Kroll; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Life & disability insurance

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Kroll is seeking a collaborative compliance professional to advise financial services clients on the Advisers Act and FINRA rules. You will lead multiple engagements, design tailored programs, mentor junior staff, and help grow client relationships within a global firm.

The role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience; a JD or MBA is a plus; CAMS or FINRA licenses are advantageous. You will work across teams to deliver high-quality outcomes for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; JD or MBA a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Advisers Act and FINRA rules.
• Experience with regulatory filings (Forms ADV, BD, U4/U5).
• Relevant licenses or certifications (e.g., CAMS, FINRA registrations).

Responsibilities

• Serve as day-to-day strategic adviser to clients and coordinate internal teams.
• Act as compliance consultant or OCCO for RIAs, broker-dealers, or RICs.
• Design, implement, and enhance tailored compliance programs and policies.
• Advise on Advisers Act requirements and regulatory examinations, inquiries, remediation.
• Support FINRA membership applications and related regulatory submissions.
• Review marketing materials for SEC and FINRA compliance.
• Monitor regulatory developments and translate into actionable guidance.

Skills

Advisers Act knowledge

FINRA rules knowledge

Client relationship origination

Regulatory filings

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Examinations readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD or MBA preferred

CAM S / FINRA licenses a plus

Job description

At Kroll, you will advise a diverse portfolio of financial services firms, including registered investment advisers, broker-dealers, and registered investment companies. You will work alongside experienced senior professionals, deepen your regulatory and consulting expertise, mentor talented colleagues, and play a visible role in growing client relationships within an award-winning global firm.

We are seeking a collaborative, commercially minded compliance professional with strong knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (“Advisers Act”) and FINRA rules. You will lead multiple client engagements, translate complex requirements into practical solutions, and help clients strengthen their compliance programs. The right candidate combines sound regulatory judgment, a high-touch approach to client service, and the ability to develop people and business.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Serve as the day-to-day strategic adviser to clients, providing clear, practical guidance and coordinating internal teams to deliver high-quality work on time.
• Act as a compliance consultant and, where appropriate, Outsourced Chief Compliance Officer for RIAs, broker-dealers, or registered investment companies (RICs), overseeing compliance programs, codes of ethics, conflicts management, and regulatory filings, including Forms ADV, PF, and BD and Forms U4 and U5.
• Design, implement, and enhance tailored compliance programs, including policies and procedures, testing, monitoring, and surveillance under Advisers Act Rule 206(4)-7, FINRA Rules 3120 and 3130, and Investment Company Act Rule 38a-1.
• Advise on Advisers Act requirements, including new registrations for RIAs and exempt reporting advisers, regulatory examinations, inquiries, and remediation.
• Support FINRA new membership applications and related regulatory submissions.
• Assist clients with SEC and FINRA inquiries, mock examinations, exam readiness, and remediation efforts.
• Review marketing and communications materials for compliance with SEC and FINRA requirements.
• Monitor regulatory developments, examination priorities, and enforcement trends, translating them into actionable guidance for clients.
• Cultivate new and existing client relationships, identify opportunities to broaden Kroll’s support, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.
• Mentor and develop junior professionals while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.

Essential Traits

• At least 5 years of compliance experience supporting RIAs, broker-dealers, registered investment companies, or a combination of these organizations; 10 or more years is preferred for candidates with broader leadership responsibilities.
• Strong working knowledge of the Advisers Act and FINRA rules and regulations.
• Hands-on experience establishing, managing, testing, or enhancing compliance programs and preparing regulatory filings, such as Forms ADV and BD and Forms U4 and U5.
• Experience with SEC examinations, FINRA oversight, regulatory inquiries, and remediation.
• A track record of building trusted client relationships and the ability to originate new business, expand existing engagements, or both.
• Excellent communication, project management, team leadership, and organizational skills.
• The judgment and confidence to manage multiple client engagements independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• A bachelor's degree; a JD or MBA is a plus.
• Relevant industry certifications or licenses, such as CAMS or FINRA registrations, are a plus.

Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable

• Advising commodity trading advisers, commodity pool operators, or futures commission merchants on NFA and CFTC registration, compliance programs, and examination readiness.
• Supporting registered investment companies, closed-end funds, or business development companies with Investment Company Act compliance, board reporting, and co-investment relief matters.

Benefits

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

Please note that benefits may vary by region, department and role.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

The current salary range for this position is $90,000 to $165,000