Compliance Consultant, Compliance Consulting Team
Commonwealth Financial Network
Location: Waltham, MA and San Diego, CA
Within the Compliance department, our focus is on following the rules and regulations set forth by the SEC, FINRA, MSRB, NFA, and individual states. But a top-notch approach to customer service and communication is equally important. Do you count your communication and problem-solving skills at the top of your list of strengths? Do you have a year or two of compliance or financial services experience under your belt, as well as a few key FINRA securities registrations?
Our Compliance Consulting team, a unit within the larger Compliance department, is looking to bring on a team member who can comfortably and confidently strike the balance between delivering indispensable service and helping our affiliated financial advisors stay compliant.
Key Responsibilities
Responding to phone and written inquiries from our advisors, as well as from home office staff, regarding Commonwealth policies and procedures and industry rules and regulations
Reviewing communications with the public (e.g., correspondence) to ensure adherence to regulations and firm policies
Completing a variety of general compliance projects, such as drafting internal communications, presenting at firm conferences, conducting continuing education teleconferences, performing data analysis, and other tasks as assigned
Core Strengths
Ability to consistently apply a high level of attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Strong customer service skills
Willingness to stay up to date on evolving industry regulations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work as a member of a team
Excellent research and problem-solving skills
Additional Skills and Knowledge
1–2 years of compliance or financial services experience
FINRA Series 7 and 24 securities registrations
FINRA Series 53 securities registration preferred or ability to obtain it within six months of employment
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Picture Yourself Here
Imagine keeping company with big thinkers and even bigger doers who share a common purpose to make a profound difference. Figure in an experience-it-to-believe-it culture, massive growth potential, and benefits galore, and you get the full impression.
We are committed to providing a supportive, equitable environment where you can bring your full, authentic self to your work every day and truly thrive in meaningful ways—personally and professionally. At Commonwealth, everyone plays a part in our success story. And in building a more diverse and inclusive workplace, we are broadening our perspectives and capabilities. Together, our potential is limitless. We invite you to join us on the path to a brighter future!
About Commonwealth
Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser, provides a suite of business solutions that empowers more than 2,000 independent financial advisors nationwide. J.D. Power ranks Commonwealth “#1 in Independent Advisor Satisfaction Among Financial Investment Firms, Seven Times in a Row.” Privately held since 1979, the firm has headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts, and San Diego, California.
Turning our advisors into raving fans starts by doing the same for our employees. We foster an environment of excellence, growth, rewards, and fun in equal measure, so our employees genuinely enjoy coming to work. Our refreshing workplace culture has earned us 43 Best Place to Work awards—and counting.
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Commonwealth is an equal opportunity employer, making intentional efforts to source the very best talent from all backgrounds.