About Us
American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi-asset strategies, ETFs, and private investments.
Privately controlled and independent, we focus solely on investment management. But there’s an unexpected side to us, too. We direct over 40% of our profits every year—more than $2 billion since 2000—to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Our ongoing financial support drives the Institute’s breakthrough work and mission of defeating life-threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. So, the better we do for our clients, the more we can do for everyone.
All 1,400 of us across the globe are inspired every day by the unique difference our hard work can make in so many lives. It shows in the curiosity we bring to every initiative, the deep relationships we build with our clients, and the way we treat each other in the hallway. If you’re excited to learn more about us, we can’t wait to learn more about you.
Role Summary
We’re seeking an exceptionally skilled Compliance Consultant to join our world-class Marketing Compliance Team in a full-time, in-house capacity. You will review, analyze, and provide guidance and approval for communication materials intended for use with retail, intermediary, institutional, and non-US audiences. Your role ensures flawless compliance with regulatory requirements, internal guidelines/policies, and risk-related issues. As a crucial team member, you will review diverse public communications, including printed materials, presentations, social media, videos, web pages, and email campaigns. In addition, the consultant may be responsible for filing material with FINRA, if applicable. Collaboration with marketing experts and the Legal Department is key to your success!
This hybrid position will be based out of our Kansas City, MO or New York City, NY office.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
How You Will Make an Impact
Reviewing a robust number of marketing materials promoting the firm's products and services to ensure they meet regulatory requirements.
Working with business partners to provide regulatory guidance with the goal of producing strong, effective, and compliant communications.
Proactively staying current with applicable securities laws, rules, regulations, and guidance related to communications.
Assisting in developing and conducting training for marketing, communications, public relations, social media, and electronic content teams to enhance knowledge of compliance requirements.
Interacting collaboratively with business project teams, investment professionals, legal counsel, and team members.
Assisting with the timely and accurate filing of marketing materials with FINRA, if applicable.
What You Bring to the Team (Required)
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant equivalent work experience with mutual fund and advisory product marketing materials, broker-dealer regulation, compliance, or legal.
Proven ability to understand and communicate effectively about technical, complex compliance standards and policies.
FINRA Series 7 and 24 licenses required. Alternatively, must be willing to complete and maintain such licenses.
Interest in, and comfort with, emerging communication technology.
Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle several tasks, make independent judgments, and be diligent in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a high-functioning, collaborative team of compliance professionals.
Excellent writing and editorial skills.
Ability to interpret, understand, and apply rules and regulations applicable to the SEC, GIPS, FINRA, MSRB, and internal guidelines.
Strong working knowledge of the financial industry; investment and economic concepts/trends; and applicable regulatory standards.
Effective analytical reasoning, good personal/business judgment, problem-solving skills, and risk assessment abilities.
Ability to work well with a team, have a strong work ethic, and display integrity.
Innovative and collaborative with the ability to build credibility with business partners and team members.
Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.
Additional Assets (Preferred)
3-8 years of applicable experience in communications review in the financial services industry or equivalent experience.
Comprehensive understanding and experience in the financial industry with marketing/advertising compliance and dedication to policy and process controls related to marketing compliance.
Specialized regulatory compliance knowledge relevant to securities marketing (e.g., FINRA rules, SEC Rules, GIPS requirements, Brokerage, 529 Savings Plans, or Non-US Global Marketing).
Advanced degree or other professional certification, is a plus.
The above statements are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
Generous PTO and competitive benefits
401k with 5% company match plus annual performance-based discretionary contribution
Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning
Learn more about our benefits and perks.
For New York based candidates, the salary range for this role is $110,000 to $130,000. Actual offers are based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. This position is eligible for cash incentive providing the potential to earn more.
Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency. Adherence to this schedule is essential to fulfilling the expectations of the role.
American Century Investments is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. As such, American Century strives to provide a reasonable accommodation to any qualified individual under the ADA to perform essential job functions.
We encourage people of all backgrounds to join us on our mission. If you require reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process, please send a request to [email protected]. All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicable.
American Century Investments believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity and advancement opportunities without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals forty years of age and older, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. ACI does not discriminate or adopt any policy that discriminates against an individual or any group of individuals on any of these bases.
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American Century Investments Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about American Century Investments and has not been reviewed or approved by American Century Investments.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, HSA contributions, EAP, condition‑specific programs, virtual care, and wellness amenities. Inclusive elements such as gender‑affirming care and a travel benefit for care not locally available are also highlighted.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support features a 401(k) match up to 5% plus an additional annual employer contribution tied to firm performance, alongside company‑paid life/AD&D and disability coverage. A broad menu of voluntary financial protections further bolsters long‑term security.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family benefits include 10 weeks paid parental leave for birth or adoption, backup dependent care, and caregiver leave. Adoption support is emphasized with recognition and up to $10,000 in eligible expense reimbursement.
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American Century Investments® is a leading asset manager focused on delivering investment results and building long-term client relationships while supporting research that can improve health and save lives. It’s how we help our clients Prosper With Purpose™. Every day people are increasingly focused on investing to make the world a better place for themselves, their families, their organizations, and the world at large. It is possible to live a more meaningful and impactful life and give back something that’s more valuable than money. When you invest with us, you can also invest in the future of others and have the potential to impact the lives of millions. That’s possible because of the distinct relationship with the Stowers Institute for Medical Research, which owns more than 40% of American Century Investments. Our dividend payments provide the ongoing financial support for the Institute’s work of uncovering the causes, treatments and prevention of life-threatening diseases, like cancer. Together we can become a powerful force for good…it’s like nothing you’ve seen before from an investment management firm.
