Deputy CCO

Key Success Factors for the Role Candidates will be most successful if they bring: * Deep Regulatory and Technical Expertise Success in this role requires a strong command of U.S. securities laws and regulatory frameworks applicable to investment advisory and broker-dealer activities. * Extensive experience with BD and RIA regulatory frameworks, including SEC, FINRA, MSRB, and state securities requirements. * Strong working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, related SEC and FINRA rules, supervisory structures, and industry best practices. * Hands-on familiarity with retail brokerage, advisory platforms, annuity and alternative products, and prudent investor standards. * Proven Leadership of Compliance Programs The role demands hands-on experience designing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive, risk-based compliance program for a regulated financial services entity. This includes ownership of annual compliance reviews (including Rule 206(4)-7 and 3120 testing), oversight of monitoring and surveillance, and continuous evolution of policies and procedures to reflect regulatory and business changes. * Strong Risk Identification and Mitigation Judgment The successful candidate will be effective at identifying, prioritizing, and addressing compliance and regulatory risk across a growing organization. This includes leading risk assessments, identifying trends, proposing pragmatic remediation strategies, and balancing regulatory requirements with commercial realities. Ability to diagnose emerging regulatory risks and implement proactive, technology-enabled oversight and testing mechanisms. * Influence and Partnership with Senior Leadership The role requires comfort operating at the senior leadership level, including participation in governance committees and business meetings. Success depends on the ability to clearly communicate compliance expectations, provide strategic guidance, and influence outcomes without impeding business objectives. * Operational Excellence and Systems Oversight An effective leader in this role will oversee the implementation, integration, and ongoing maintenance of compliance systems and controls, ensuring consistency across departments. This includes supervision of best-execution reviews, due diligence processes, branch examinations, marketing review, AML oversight, licensing and registration functions, and surveillance activities through delegated teams or functions. * Training, Ethics, and Culture Stewardship Success requires ownership of compliance education and training programs, administration of the Code of Ethics, and consistent reinforcement of ethical standards. * Fostering a culture of compliance while maintaining discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality. * Executive-Level Communication and Judgment The role calls for excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex regulatory matters clearly and succinctly. Strong judgment, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in time-sensitive situations are critical. * Management Experience Building, coaching and managing compliance staff and partnering effectively across legal, risk, and business functions. Securities Licenses and Credentials 10+ years of broker dealer and investment adviser compliance experience The role requires the following securities registrations: At time of hire: Series 7, Series 24, and Series 63/Series 65 or Series 66 Licenses required within six months of hire if not already held: Series 4, 14, and 53 These licenses reflect the position's senior supervisory, advisory, and regulatory accountability across the compliance program. Collaboration & Culture Fit * A "no-ego," team-oriented approach that builds trust across business units and with senior leadership. * Adaptability in a fast-growing organization where regulatory demands and business priorities continue to evolve. About Integrity Integrity is one of the nation's leading independent distributors of life, health and wealth insurance products. With a strong insurtech focus, we embrace a broad and innovative approach to serving agents and clients alike. Integrity is driven by a singular purpose: to help people protect their life, health and wealth so they can prepare for the good days ahead. Integrity offers you the opportunity to start a career in a family-like environment that is rewarding and cutting edge. Why? Because we put our people first! At Integrity, you can start a new career path at company you'll love, and we'll love you back. We're proud of the work we do and the culture we've built, where we celebrate your hard work and support you daily. Joining us means being part of a hyper-growth company with tons of professional opportunities for you to accelerate your career. Integrity offers our people a competitive compensation package, including benefits that make work more fun and give you and your family peace of mind. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Integrity is committed to meeting Americans wherever they are - in person, over the phone or online. Integrity's employees support hundreds of thousands of independent agents who serve the needs of millions of clients nationwide. For more information, visit Integrity.com. Integrity, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Integrity, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.