Associate Principal Analyst, Risk Monitoring - All Finra Locations

FINRA • Chicago, IL

6d • $83,900 - $180,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our team as a Risk Monitoring Analyst and play a pivotal role in safeguarding investors and maintaining market integrity. In this dynamic mid-level position, you'll conduct sophisticated risk assessments of FINRA member firms, identify emerging threats to the financial system, and mentor the next generation of regulatory professionals. Working closely with a Risk Monitoring Director, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact by analyzing complex firm operations, collaborating across departments, and contributing to strategic initiatives that protect millions of investors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Proven analytical experience in the financial industry, including the ability to interpret regulatory developments and apply them to complex business models
• Demonstrated experience with at least one key industry risk area (e.g., Fraud and Deception, Money Laundering, Market Risk)
• Intermediate understanding of FINRA's risk fundamentals
• Intermediate knowledge of securities rules and regulations
• Intermediate knowledge of firm business models, business lines, customer bases, products, and services
• Basic knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting standards
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Intermediate financial analysis and research capabilities
• Intermediate-to-advanced proficiency in analyzing internal and external data to assess firm risks and develop regulatory responses
• Ability to manage multiple complex, concurrent assignments with autonomy
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize large volumes of information
• Proven ability to engage effectively with senior management and collaborate across departments and locations

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree (MBA or JD)
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CFA, CFE, CAMS, Series licenses)

Responsibilities

• Monitor Complex Firms: Conduct comprehensive risk monitoring of member firms, including those with elevated risk profiles, ensuring thorough oversight and regulatory compliance
• Drive Strategic Intelligence: Collaborate across departments to analyze regulatory trends, communicate critical findings, and develop actionable recommendations that shape our supervisory approach
• Lead and Mentor: Guide entry-level staff through coaching and mentorship while taking on leadership roles in special projects and technology initiatives
• Execute Team-Based Monitoring: Work collaboratively with specialists and cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk-based monitoring strategies for your assigned portfolio
• Innovate and Problem-Solve: Tackle unstructured, complex assignments that require independent judgment, creativity, and a solutions-oriented mindset
• Embody FINRA Values: Demonstrate our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and excellence in both virtual and in-person settings

Benefits

• Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
• Non-exempt employees are also eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, or local law.
• As part of its dedication to employee wellness, FINRA provides comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance.
• Additional insurance includes basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life, and spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, business travel accident, disability and legal.
• FINRA offers immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match and eligibility for participation in an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, and other benefits that support employee wellness, such as adoption assistance, backup family care, surrogacy benefits, employee assistance, and wellness programs.
• Time Off and Paid Leave FINRA encourages its employees to focus on their health and wellness in many ways, including through a generous time-off program of 15 days of paid time off, 5 personal days and 9 sick days, unless otherwise required by law (all pro-rated in the first year).
• Additionally, we are proud to support our communities by providing two volunteer service days (based on full-time schedule).
• Other paid leave includes military leave, jury duty leave, bereavement leave, voting and election official leave for federal, state or local primary and general elections, care of a family member leave (available after 90 days of employment); and childbirth and parental leave (available after 90 days of employment).
• Full-time employees receive nine paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level