Senior Compliance Specialist (Ensign Peak Advisors)

Senior Compliance Specialist (Ensign Peak Advisors) Salt Lake City, UT, United States (Hybrid) The Senior Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting and enhancing the firm’s compliance framework and control environment. This role works closely with business units, senior management, and compliance committees to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, effective risk management, and operational integrity. The position requires advanced knowledge of financial services compliance, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to independently manage complex compliance and operational initiatives. Ensign Peak Advisors is an affiliated organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints. Ensign Peak Advisors manages the financial reserves of the Church and provides cash‑management services to fund Church operations. Responsibilities Enhance and strengthen compliance programs, processes, and control frameworks, including identifying and implementing automation opportunities Lead the execution of compliance testing, monitoring, and training programs Monitor adherence to regulatory and internal compliance obligations, including portfolio and transactional compliance Serve as a subject matter expert in document retention policies and procedures, information barriers, and portfolio and transactional compliance Partner with internal stakeholders to collect, maintain, and safeguard key documentation and records Identify risks, evaluate control effectiveness, and recommend enhancements to management and compliance committees Develop and maintain a deep understanding of business functions, operational processes, and supporting technology systems Prepare and deliver clear, accurate, and timely reports and presentations to senior stakeholders Collaborate across business units to support compliance initiatives and operational improvements Stay current on regulatory developments and industry best practices through ongoing training and professional engagement Be responsible for preparing and analyzing reporting to external regulatory agencies (TIC, SEC, BEA, CFTC, etc.) Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field Strong understanding of financial markets, investment operations, and applicable regulatory requirements Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and appropriately elevate issues Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills Ability to analyze complex business processes and associated technology controls Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints and currently temple worthy Experience Minimum of 10+ years of experience in financial services compliance, operations, or a related function (e.g., public accounting, investment management, banking, capital markets) Proven experience with compliance frameworks, internal controls, and operational risk management practices Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, JD, MPA) Relevant professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, CRCM, FRM EEO Statement Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities. The Church is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias