Risk Analyst - Investment Compliance - Boston - ref. o12311415

We are in the process of recruiting a Risk Analyst - Investment Compliance in the banking industry, based in Boston, Massachusetts. This role offers a long-term contract employment opportunity. The Risk Analyst will be instrumental in managing fund or client accounts and ensuring the compliance of both US and non-US mutual funds and institutional accounts with regulatory restrictions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the monitoring of portfolio investment guidelines, including both pre-trade and post-trade alerts, and ensure effective communication of these to relevant parties.
• Conduct research to address and resolve compliance issues promptly and efficiently.
• Manage governance activities, ensuring all compliance files are up-to-date and accurately documented.
• Handle special projects as and when they arise, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Interact with other departments to foster a collaborative approach to compliance and risk management.
• Ensure the bank's adherence to AML - Anti Money Laundering regulations and practices.
• Contribute to capital management strategies and processes.
• Administer claims as necessary, ensuring all actions are compliant with regulatory standards.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of investment companies, the Investment Advisers Act, and the role of the Investment Advisor within federal securities. • A minimum of 3 years of experience in a risk analysis or similar role within the banking industry.
• Proficiency in AML (Anti Money Laundering) practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability in capital management and claim administration.
• Familiarity with the operations of an investment company and the role of an investment advisor.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Investment Advisers Act and Federal Securities laws.
• Proven track record of effective decision-making in an investment compliance context.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with all levels of an organization.