[Remote] Sr. Manager, Compliance at Acorns

Remote

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

Requirements

  • FINRA Series 7 and 24 licenses required
  • Series 65 or 66 license or obtain within first 90 days
  • 7+ years of compliance experience at SEC Registered Investment Adviser or Broker Dealer
  • BS / BA Degree or equivalent
  • Experience working with SEC and FINRA rules and regulations, specifically the SEC Marketing Rule and FINRA Rule 2210
  • Prior work experience with the SEC or FINRA highly desired

Responsibilities

  • Modify, update, and implement investment adviser and broker-dealer written policies and procedures in response to regulatory and business requirements
  • Responsible for the annual review and refresh of the compliance department's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Identify, prioritize, and mitigate investment adviser and broker-dealer risks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across the organization
  • Assist the CCO with SEC and FINRA examinations, inquiries, and requests from other relevant authorities
  • Collaborate with key business partners such as Legal, Marketing, Product, Support, and Invest Operations to champion business and compliance initiatives
  • Support day-to-day compliance activities, including review of customer complaints, marketing materials, referral program, and public communications to ensure adherence to regulatory, legal, and internal policy standards
  • Develop risk management strategies and contribute to strategic compliance goals aligned with the firm's mission
  • Manage a small team of direct reports; provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to ensure success of the compliance program
  • Provide compliance insights to the CCO, CEO, and other key stakeholders
  • Serve as a role model by embodying and promoting the firm's cultural principles

Skills

Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Compliance Program Management
Risk Assessment
Marketing Review
Regulatory Strategy
Financial Regulations

Acorns

Micro-investing platform for everyday users

About Acorns

Acorns simplifies investing for everyday people, particularly those new to investing or preferring a hands-off approach. Its main product is a micro-investing platform that allows users to invest spare change from everyday purchases. For instance, if a user buys a coffee for $2.50, Acorns rounds up the purchase to $3.00 and invests the $0.50 difference. This makes investing accessible for those without large sums to invest upfront. Acorns also offers retirement accounts, checking accounts, and educational resources to help users make informed financial decisions. Unlike many competitors, Acorns operates on a subscription model, charging users a monthly fee based on the level of service. The company also partners with brands to provide cashback rewards that are automatically invested into users' accounts. Acorns aims to make investing easy and accessible, helping clients grow their financial knowledge and wealth.

Irvine, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$491.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Healthcare
401(k)
Equity
Competitive Compensation
Flexible Paid Time Off
Learning & Development
Wellness
Flexible Work Hours
Quarterly Team Outings
Personal Development Plans
Annual Compensation Reviews
Recognition

Risks

Increased BNPL usage among Gen Z may reduce their investment capacity with Acorns.
Unpredictable IPO market could affect Acorns' public offering plans and valuation.
Privacy concerns may hinder adoption of Acorns' payment solution for kids.

Differentiation

Acorns offers micro-investing by rounding up purchases to invest spare change.
Partnerships with Vanguard and BlackRock provide Acorns users access to diversified portfolios.
Acorns collaborates with financial experts like Suze Orman for trusted financial advice.

Upsides

Acorns plans to go public, potentially increasing its market presence and resources.
The 'great wealth transfer' could expand Acorns' user base among younger investors.
Collaboration with Google Wallet targets younger audiences, enhancing long-term customer retention.

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