Senior Compliance Advisor- Retail Investment Advice
1 month ago• Charlotte, NC
Malvern, PA
Join a dynamic compliance team that's not just about rules-but about shaping the future of ethical investing. As a Senior Compliance Advisor, you'll help ensure our advisory services and business activities align with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and client protection. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, working closely with business partners, enjoys translating regulations into actionable guidance, and wants to make a real impact on how we serve our clients.
What You'll Do-
- Design & Enhance Compliance Programs: Develop and refine compliance processes for investment services and support regulatory advice reporting.
- Trusted Advisor to the Business: Provide proactive guidance to senior leaders, advisory teams, and marketing on regulated activities and emerging regulatory trends.
- Monitor & Mitigate Risk: Collaborate with Risk, Legal, and Audit teams to identify and resolve compliance gaps.
- Regulatory Engagement: Support regulatory exams and inquiries, prepare documentation, and assist Compliance leadership and other partners in preparing for regulator discussions..
- Training & Culture Building: Lead training initiatives to embed a culture of compliance across the organization.
Core Responsibilities
- Serves as an experienced advisor to the business, and interfaces regularly with business unit stakeholders and internal risk and compliance partners.
- Participate in research, interpretation and implementation of compliance processes associated with the firm's regulatory requirements and industry best practices, including engaging other internal stakeholders in their support of same.
- Oversees the design, implementation, execution, and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures. Supports the development of new compliance standards.
- Identifies and implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues.
- Participate in inspections and risk assessments, communicate findings, and facilitate the implementation of actionable items resulting from the reviews.
- Serves as an expert on compliance related issues.
- Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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- Minimum of five years' related work experience, with at least two years within a financial services compliance function.
- Strong interest in, and ability to practically apply, relevant federal securities laws and associated rules.
- Well-organized with attention to detail and strong communication skills.
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Series 65 and knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act preferred
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-171086
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-17T20:26:23
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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