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Compliance Director, Trust Company and Custody Operations

New YorkFull-time$160k2026-10-09 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead regulatory compliance and operational oversight for trust company, custodial, and trading operations, ensuring adherence to ERISA, IRC, DOL, IRS, and SEC regulations for qualified retirement plans.

Role type

Senior IC Compliance Director (Trust & Custody)

Builds

Internal controls, regulatory reporting, and risk mitigation strategies for retirement plan administration.

Domain

Financial Services / Retirement Plans / Trust & Custody

Required skills

ERISA compliance, 401(k) regulations, trust company laws, custody services, IRS/DOL regulations, operational risk management, audit management, regulatory examination experience, team leadership, stakeholder collaboration

Preferred skills

JD, CPA, CRSP, QKA, CISP, recordkeeping platforms, trust accounting systems, custodial platforms, startup experience

Technologies

Form 5500, trust accounting systems, recordkeeping platforms

Responsibilities

Create and implement procedures and internal controls for trading activities; Ensure compliance with ERISA, IRC, DOL, IRS, trust company regulations, and SEC regulations; Oversee and enhance controls related to trust and custody operations; Provide regular reporting to internal stakeholders and Risk Committee; Partner with internal stakeholders to interpret regulations; Monitor regulatory developments and advise senior leadership; Serve as lead for Trust Company SOC 1 audit and New Hampshire Banking Department regulatory exam; Liaise with external auditors and regulatory agencies; Oversee regulatory reporting and filings; Manage a team of regulatory operations professionals; Drive continuous improvement and automation of compliance processes

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team management