Controls & Governance Advisor, Advice & Wealth Management at Vanguard

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Wealth Management, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of five years' related work experience, with two years’ experience in risk management
  • Proven experience in risk management, controls, internal auditing, or regulatory compliance
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards
  • Experience with advice and wealth management business preferred
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Identify and analyze risks, determine risk tolerance and develop corresponding risk management strategies for new and existing products and processes. Communicate observations and work with business management on risk management strategies
  • Support the development of efficient and effective control environment. Analyze control design and operating effectiveness. Conduct root cause analysis and remediation when controls fail, or gaps are identified
  • Assist in developing and implementing internal control policies and procedures. Ensure policies are effectively maintained, governed and monitored
  • Provide advice on improving approach to managing and controlling risk. Respond to risk events to identify root causes, themes and additional areas where similar events could occur. Propose solutions and ensure causes are remediated within risk tolerance
  • Develop and maintain knowledge and awareness of the wealth and investment industry, risk and control practices, and regulatory and/or policy changes. Serve as a subject matter expert and trainer on risk and internal control matters
  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Risk Management
Control Design
Root Cause Analysis
Internal Controls
Policy Management
Regulatory Compliance
Compliance
Internal Audit
Operational Resilience

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
SECONDARYCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage
Onsite health clinic & fitness center
Health Smart Rewards program
Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan
Education Benefits
PTO
Family Planning Benefist
Parental leave
Personal development opportunities
Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.
Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.
New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.
The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.
Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.
The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.
Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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