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Join a great place to work with MissionSquare, a financial services corporation with approximately $79 billion in assets under management and administration and over 600 employees. Founded in 1972, MissionSquare is dedicated to the retirement needs of public sector employees. We focus on delivering results-oriented retirement and retiree health savings plans, education, investment options, personalized guidance, and related services to public sector participants in more than 9,200 plans and nearly 2 million participant accounts. We strive to make the administration of retirement programs as easy and cost-effective as possible. We have an extraordinary talent base and invite you to consider joining MissionSquare.

The Compliance Officer is responsible for helping ensure that MissionSquare Retirement's regulated entities operate in compliance with applicable securities laws, rules and regulations of selfregulatory agencies, and internal policies and procedures. The role supports the development, maintenance, oversight, and testing of the compliance policy and procedural framework. This position performs reviews, prepares documentation, supports regulatory filings, assists with training, and helps maintain effective compliance operations across the organization.

Essential Functions for this role include:

• Conduct compliance reviews of regulated entities to evaluate and test adherence to applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; prepare written reports of findings.

• Review and approve advertising, marketing communications, and clientfacing materials to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.

• Support required BrokerDealer, Investment Adviser, and State regulatory filings by preparing, reviewing, and submitting documentation accurately and on time.

• Develop and deliver Firm Element, Annual Compliance Meeting content, and other training materials for registered representatives and Investment Adviser Representatives.

• Update and maintain compliance procedures, ensuring manuals, desktop procedures, and related documentation accurately reflect current laws, rules, and regulatory expectations.

• Monitor regulatory developments, industry changes, and emerging risks; evaluate the impact on compliance policies, procedures, and controls and recommend enhancements as appropriate.

• Assist in the identification, documentation, and tracking of issues and corrective actions; follow up with stakeholders to support timely remediation and closure.

• Prepare summaries, reports, and updates for leadership, including compliance review results, testing outcomes, and risk insights.

• Collaborate with Compliance teammates and business partners to ensure consistent application of compliance requirements and provide support as needed during workload peaks or absences.

• Performs other duties as assigned

If you have the following skills, we encourage you to apply:

• Bachelor's degree required (preferred fields: Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Policy, or related discipline)

• 2+ years of experience in BrokerDealer, Investment Adviser, or mutual fund compliance, Financial services compliance, supervision, audit, or risk management, Direct work with federal and state securities regulations and SRO requirements

• Strong understanding of compliance concepts, regulatory expectations, and operational controls.

• Ability to produce clear, wellstructured documentation and follow defined procedures with consistency and accuracy.

• Strong organizational and timemanagement skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort navigating systems, workflow tools, and data repositories.

• Securities license: FINRA Series 7 and Series 24

• Series 63/65/66 depending on product set

• Strong working knowledge of securities laws, SRO rules, and compliance requirements

• Ability to interpret and apply regulations, conduct reviews/testing, and produce clear documentation

• Effective communication skills with strong attention to detail and sound decisionmaking

• Ability to collaborate across teams and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders

• Proficiency with compliance systems and organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to new regulatory topics

To benefit your career and support your wellbeing, we offer:

• Competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, incentive programs, benefits, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules to support work-life balance

• Tuition reimbursement to support continued education

• Professional and career development opportunities, including courses and certifications

• Comprehensive wellness programs promoting physical, mental, and emotional health

• Volunteerism initiatives to encourage community engagement

Click here to learn more about MissionSquare's benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As a company, MissionSquare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create an environment that reflects the value and diversity of our employees and fosters respect among them. We believe that talent from diverse backgrounds will further enhance our ability, and mission, to serve those who serve their communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected classifications under any applicable law.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.