Harrison Gray Search has partnered with a long-established, highly regarded financial services firm as they add a Compliance Analyst to join their growing team in Boston. This role is available due to firmwide expansion and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a respected compliance program that prioritizes client trust and regulatory integrity.
THE ROLE
The Compliance Analyst plays a key role in supporting firm-wide regulatory supervision and internal oversight. The individual in this role will focus on surveillance and risk mitigation efforts that help protect the organization, its registered professionals, and its clients. A strong ethical mindset, attention to detail, and collaborative approach are essential to success in this position.
This full-time role reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Conduct both remote and onsite branch examinations as part of the internal risk-based review process.
- Perform daily reviews of the trade blotter, including oversight of exception reports.
- Assist in executing annual supervisory control testing and procedural verifications.
- Investigate and resolve alerts from a range of compliance surveillance reports, including trade activity and account monitoring.
- Review and approve marketing materials, public communications, trade corrections, and direct business using internal approval systems.
- Conduct investigations of potential regulatory violations, documenting findings and escalating as needed.
- Monitor firm communications, including email, social media, and messaging platforms, in accordance with firm policies.
- Support continuing education initiatives and ensure compliance with training requirements.
- Liaise with branch leadership on investigative reviews related to trading or account activity.
- Monitor various account metrics, such as inactive/active statuses, cash balances, and quarterly fee structures.
- Maintain oversight of outside brokerage accounts and employee trading activity.
- Serve as administrator for compliance systems, including tools for surveillance, disclosures, and e-communications.
- Maintain compliance records and organize internal resources such as intranet content and regulatory correspondence.
- Keep current with evolving industry regulations and best practices.
- Contribute to departmental projects, internal communications, and compliance infrastructure improvements.
- Support internal culture by participating in team development and morale-building initiatives.
- Other duties and ad hoc compliance projects as assigned.
Performance Expectations
- Effectively build working relationships across internal departments and with branch contacts.
- Maintain accuracy and consistency in all compliance deliverables (e.g., branch exams, reporting, surveillance).
- Support the achievement of annual goals as set by the compliance department and leadership.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in a compliance or risk role within a broker-dealer and/or registered investment adviser.
- Active FINRA Series 7, 24, and 63/66 licenses.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
- High integrity and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
- Familiarity with industry-standard compliance systems.
- Willingness to travel domestically on occasion for branch reviews.
Core Competencies
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Social perceptiveness and empathy
- Time management and multitasking
- Understanding of social media monitoring in a regulatory context
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using DocuSign and Adobe Acrobat
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive Total Rewards package including:
- Medical coverage with HRA or HSA options
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Basic life insurance (with supplemental options available)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid time off: vacation, personal, sick days, and volunteer day
- Critical illness and accident insurance
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- Discount programs for products and services
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional looking to grow within a stable, ethics-driven firm that values initiative, service, and collaboration.