Chief Compliance Officer USBAM RIA & All Funds
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Job Summary
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The combined Chief Compliance Officer across USBAM RIA & All Funds is responsible for leading the enterprise-facing adviser-specific and fund-facing compliance architecture for USBAM and its pooled-fund ecosystem. This role requires integrated oversight across the SEC-registered adviser compliance program registered investment company compliance programs private liquidity pool LGIPs institutional client activities fund governance Board reporting distribution compliance portfolio compliance service provider oversight regulatory change and compliance team leadership.
The combined CCO serves as the senior compliance leader responsible for preserving the integrity independence and effectiveness of both the USBAM adviser compliance program and the fund compliance programs. The role requires precise role delineation strong judgment transparent escalation and the ability to operate across multiple accountable constituencies: USBAM senior management U.S. Bank Corporate Compliance Legal Risk Internal Audit fund Boards independent trustees service providers clients regulators and the compliance team. This role must balance dual but complementary responsibilities. For USBAM the CCO must administer the adviser compliance program and advise the business on fiduciary regulatory conflicts disclosure portfolio distribution and operational risks. For the funds and pooled vehicles the CCO must maintain direct Board-facing oversight fund program reporting service provider oversight annual compliance reviews and fund-specific regulatory controls.
Core Responsibilities
Integrated compliance program leadership
Lead the combined compliance framework for USBAM and the pooled funds ensuring each program retains its required scope documentation independence reporting and governance.
Maintain distinct but coordinated adviser and fund compliance obligations including policies annual reviews risk assessments testing Board reporting service provider oversight and issue escalation.
Ensure that all open obligations have owners due dates evidence escalation paths and Board or management visibility where needed.
Adviser compliance responsibilities
Administer and oversee the USBAM adviser compliance program under Rule 206(4)-7.
Oversee adviser policies and procedures annual compliance review risk assessment testing Code of Ethics conflicts e-communications advertising portfolio compliance trading best execution complaints whistleblower reporting regulatory filings books and records privacy and issue remediation.
Guide business and senior leadership on adviser-specific risks across institutional investment activities OCIO fixed income LGIPs money market funds securities lending client onboarding distribution and any applicable enterprise changes.
Fund and pooled vehicle responsibilities
Administer and oversee the compliance programs for registered investment companies and related pooled investment vehicles under Rule 38a-1 and applicable fund governance standards.
Report to the management personnel Boards or governing bodies on compliance program effectiveness material compliance matters policy updates regulatory developments service provider oversight and required affirmations.
Oversee money market fund multi-manager fund private liquidity pool and LGIP compliance matters including disclosures Rule 2a-7 15(c) Board materials service providers distribution portfolio compliance and fund-specific escalation.
Independence governance and enterprise alignment
Preserve CCO independence and authority while leveraging enterprise compliance tools shared services risk programs technology and governance structures where appropriate.
Ensure enterprise processes do not compromise adviser-specific risk identification fiduciary obligations client fairness fund Board reporting or the CCOs ability to make independent compliance judgments.
Maintain clear distinction between U.S. Bank enterprise obligations USBAM adviser obligations fund obligations distributor obligations and service-provider responsibilities.
Board committee and senior management reporting
Provide clear timely and decision-useful reporting to fund Boards USBAM senior leadership enterprise compliance leadership Legal Risk Audit and governance committees.
Coordinate annual and quarterly compliance reports Board materials compliance certifications regulatory updates policy changes service provider reports exception logs issue remediation and audit/exam responses.
Escalate material compliance matters conflicts client fairness issues regulatory gaps and control weaknesses with enough detail to enable informed governance action.
Risk-based operating model and team leadership
Lead a specialized compliance team covering adviser compliance fund compliance liquidity fund compliance portfolio compliance distribution compliance marketing review testing regulatory change policy management service provider oversight and project management.
Set priorities across competing adviser fund Board regulatory and enterprise deadlines.
Maintain a sustainable operating model with clear delegation documented backup coverage succession planning and strong evidence retention.
Strategic advisory and transformation support
Advise on strategic initiatives including new funds products private liquidity structures OCIO growth money market fund changes tokenized fund/share class exploration systems transitions policy management tools risk assessment platforms AI/data initiatives and shared services.
Identify regulatory implications early and guide the business toward practical client-centered well-controlled execution.
Help leadership distinguish between business opportunity regulatory obligation fiduciary duty operational readiness and reputational risk.
Key Outcomes Expected
A unified but clearly delineated compliance program across adviser and fund responsibilities.
Preserved independence authority and credibility of the CCO function.
Continuity of Board reporting fund governance adviser compliance administration regulatory change management and issue escalation.
Efficient use of enterprise resources without loss of USBAM-specific compliance accountability.
Strong control culture across USBAM the funds pooled vehicles shared service partners and service providers.
Key Attribute Outline
Integrated fiduciary lens: Understands adviser duties fund duties client fairness affiliate conflicts and Board expectations as connected but distinct accountability streams.
Strategic CCO mindset: Identifies patterns anticipates regulatory and business risk and develops practical paths forward rather than merely documenting problems.
Regulatory credibility: Earns respect from Boards senior management Legal Risk Audit regulators and compliance professionals.
Independence with proportionality: Knows when to leverage enterprise frameworks and when to preserve separate adviser or fund-specific controls.
Complexity management: Can coordinate annual reviews Board cycles 15(c) regulatory projects service provider oversight policy updates issues testing surveillance and business initiatives without losing control of priorities.
Client and shareholder orientation: Places client fund and shareholder interests at the center of compliance decision-making.
Transparent escalation: Provides early concise and risk-based escalation of matters that require leadership Board counsel or regulator awareness.
Practical advisory capability: Helps the business execute responsibly by converting regulatory requirements into workable operating expectations.
Talent builder: Develops subject matter experts and future leaders while maintaining clear accountability and coverage.
Continuous learner: Stays current on SEC FINRA OCC-adjacent banking asset management fund cybersecurity AI privacy and technology trends relevant to USBAM.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors or advanced degree or equivalent work experience
Typically more than 15 years of applicable experience
Preferred Skills/Experience
Deep senior experience in asset management compliance registered fund compliance bank-affiliated investment management institutional investment advisory compliance fund governance or related legal/risk leadership.
Strong technical knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act Investment Company Act Rule 206(4)-7 Rule 38a-1 Rule 2a-7 fund Board governance SEC reporting marketing conflicts Code of Ethics electronic communications portfolio compliance best execution valuation and service provider oversight.
Demonstrated experience operating in a matrixed bank-affiliated regulated environment with multiple legal entities Boards clients affiliates shared services and enterprise governance structures.
Proven skill communicating with and influencing senior executives independent directors regulators Legal Risk Audit investment professionals distribution teams operations technology and service providers.
Strong people leadership experience including team development delegation prioritization succession planning and management of compliance workstreams.
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Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. Thats why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
Healthcare (medical dental vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
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U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race religion color sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status and other factors protected under applicable law.
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The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the addition to salary U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package including incentive and recognition programs equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $170255.00 - $200300.00U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA NMLS registration Reg Z Reg G OFAC the NFA the FCPA the Bank Secrecy Act the SAFE Act and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement such as those related to ethics safety or operational procedures.
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