Director of Compliance, Invest

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Hiring Remotely in United States
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160K-275K Annually
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Fintech • Mobile • Software • Financial Services
SoFi’s mission is to help people reach financial independence to realize their ambitions.
The Role
Lead development, implementation, and oversight of Invest compliance programs for the registered investment adviser and broker-dealer. Advise on FINRA/SEC applicability, manage regulatory filings and annual reviews, develop policies/WSPs, support audits/exams, and partner with business and IRM on controls and change initiatives to mitigate regulatory risk.
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Who we are:

Shape a brighter financial future with us.

Together with our members, we’re changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance.

We’re a next-generation financial services company and national bank using innovative, mobile-first technology to help our millions of members reach their goals. The industry is going through an unprecedented transformation, and we’re at the forefront. We’re proud to come to work every day knowing that what we do has a direct impact on people’s lives, with our core values guiding us every step of the way. Join us to invest in yourself, your career, and the financial world.

The role

In this role, you will participate in the development, implementation and administration of the Compliance Management Program for the SoFi Invest product group. You will provide primary compliance coverage in support of the registered investment adviser, SoFi Wealth. The main objective of this role is to serve as a trusted adviser and partner to the business units responsible for driving the growth of the broader Invest product offerings (including SoFi Wealth), while mitigating regulatory risk to the SoFi enterprise. You will participate in various committees, audits and examinations, as well as test the processes and infrastructure for the investment adviser and broker dealer that facilitate Invest activities through the administration and maintenance of the Compliance Risk Assessment and Annual Reviews. You will advise the Compliance and Legal teams on emerging compliance issues, regulatory changes, and new rules, and consult and guide the company in the establishment of controls to mitigate risks. You will engage with business partners to offer appropriate knowledge, expertise and business acumen to meet the increasing demands of a rapidly changing regulatory environment.

What you’ll do:

  • Day-to-day responsibility for management and ongoing evolution of the firm's investment advisory compliance programs

  • Assist in the management of the firm’s broker-dealer compliance programs

  • Advise on FINRA and SEC rule applicability to new and evolving products and services, including the integration of AI in the investor experience

  • Preparation of major compliance-related projects and filings, including but not limited to Web CRD filings, IARD filings, EDGAR filings, Form ADV, RR/IAR disclosures and all periodic reviews (4530, 3210, 206(4)-7 etc.)

  • Assisting with the development, maintenance, and documentation of WSPs, compliance manual, code of ethics, process workflows and standard operating procedures

  • Assisting with the management of key business and Independent Risk Management (IRM) initiatives from a structural, functional, and organizational change management perspective 

  • Serve as liaison between the compliance team and the Business Units, corresponding regularly with upper management.

What you’ll need:

  • 10-12+ years of relevant work experience in financial services, including a thorough understanding of securities markets and compliance obligations of SEC Registered Investment Advisors and FINRA registered Broker Dealers 

  • Degree from an accredited university strongly preferred

  • Series 7, 24, 63 & 65 (or 66) licenses preferred

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to effectively articulate regulatory risks and proposed mitigation strategies

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment

  • Ability to analyze and interpret rules, regulations, and policies

  • Superior organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Outstanding ability to develop and foster cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders 

  • Desire to develop practical, creative solutions that meet business needs while remaining compliant with applicable laws and regulations

Nice to have:

  • Series 4, 52, 53, & 79 licenses

  • Work with a robo adviser, self-directed, and/or discount brokerage platform highly desired

  • Experience with implementing AI solutions to enhance the investor experience preferred

  • Understanding of fractional share trading preferred

  • Working understanding of general banking and lending regulations is helpful

  • Experience in compliance monitoring, oversight, or assurance programs at financial institutions

  • Strong work ethic and ability to remain motivated in an independent work environment

Compensation and Benefits
The base pay range for this role is listed below. Final base pay offer will be determined based on individual factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, and location. 
 
To view all of our comprehensive and competitive benefits, visit our Benefits at SoFi page!
SoFi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and conditions related to breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), physical or medical disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal law.The Company hires the best qualified candidate for the job, without regard to protected characteristics.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.New York applicants: Notice of Employee RightsSoFi is committed to an inclusive culture. As part of this commitment, SoFi offers reasonable accommodations to candidates with physical or mental disabilities. If you need accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email [email protected].Due to insurance coverage issues, we are unable to accommodate remote work from Hawaii or Alaska at this time.
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Skills Required

  • 10-12+ years relevant work experience in financial services with deep knowledge of SEC Registered Investment Advisers and FINRA Broker-Dealers
  • Experience advising on FINRA and SEC rules and preparing regulatory filings (Form ADV, Web CRD/IARD, EDGAR, RR/IAR disclosures)
  • Ability to analyze and interpret rules, regulations, and policies and articulate regulatory risks and mitigation strategies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to develop and foster cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and manage major compliance projects and examinations
  • Degree from an accredited university
  • Series 7, 24, 63 & 65 (or 66) licenses
  • Experience with robo-advisor, self-directed, or discount brokerage platforms
  • Experience implementing AI solutions to enhance investor experience
  • Understanding of fractional share trading
  • Experience in compliance monitoring, oversight, or assurance programs at financial institutions
  • Series 4, 52, 53, & 79 licenses
  • Working understanding of general banking and lending regulations

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  • Parental & Family Support Programs include up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, fertility and adoption resources, and subsidized backup child and elder care. Additional offerings such as pet insurance round out a family‑friendly package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off includes flexible vacation for exempt staff, generous PTO/sick time for non‑exempt employees, paid holidays, bereavement, jury duty, disability leaves, and early‑release “SoFi Fridays.” This breadth creates multiple avenues to step away and recharge across different employee groups.

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HQ: San Francisco, CA
4,500 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

SoFi wasn’t built to be a bank. Or a technology company. We were built for one mission: help people achieve financial independence so they can realize their ambitions. Redefining an entire industry isn’t easy work—and it’s not for the faint of heart. It takes a certain kind of team. People with diverse perspectives and expertise, united by a common sense of purpose. People willing to challenge assumptions but always do the right thing. People proving that innovation and responsibility don’t have to compete, but can come together to create something truly unconventional in the world. For the last eight years, we’ve been charting this new path forward. We call it The SoFi Way. At SoFi, we don’t just talk about culture: we live it. The SoFi Way is how we show up every day, how we make decisions, and how we build for our members, clients, and each other.

Why Work With Us

Together with our members, we’re changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance. We’re a next-generation Fintech company using innovative, mobile-first technology to help our members reach their goals. The industry is going through an unprecedented transformation, and we’re at the forefront.

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