Description
Citizens Private Bank has accelerated its strategy to build out Wealth Management, scale Business Banking, grow deposits, and expand in key growth markets. We are looking for talented individuals with a demonstrated track record of delivering a white glove experience to clients that results in long-term client loyalty. Citizens Private Wealth presently manages and advises on over $20 Billion in assets, offering a wide scope of services, expertise, and research, while intimately focusing on each client's unique circumstances.
The Principal Control Analyst is responsible for conducting supervisory reviews of submitted new account, options, and margin applications; investment and insurance business, and independently decides on approving/declining submitted transactions on behalf of the broker-dealer. This individual must have the appropriate FINRA registrations, including but not limited to: Series 4, Series 7, Series 24, Series 63, Series 65 and/or Series 66. This individual will work independently and receive minimal guidance while maintaining client service and compliance standards as new wealth teams are transitioned to the firm.
Primary responsibilities include
Exercise reasonable diligence to understand risks associated with client approvals/declines in order to limit broker dealer liability and financial loss
Independently determine business is in good order ensuring adherence with company policies, self regulatory organizations, and state/federal regulations
Research and assist in resolving complex discrepancies relating to client accounts and trading activities
Collaborate with other business lines including Compliance, Operations, and Sales teams
Confirm clients' understanding of transaction specifics and product details.
Responsible for risk assessment and control framework, which includes conducting risk assessments to identify potential operational, regulatory, and compliance risks within the wealth management division.
Responsible for compliance and regulatory oversight, control testing and monitoring, and training and awareness.
Lastly, the Principal Control Professional is responsible for incident management and investigation.
Qualifications:
FINRA licenses requires - Series 7, 4, 24, 63, 65 (or 66).
Completed GED or High School degree required; Bachelors degree preferred
10+ years of compliance supervision with at least 4 of those years working with High Net Worth/Ultra High Net Worth Wealth Managers and clients
Demonstrate broad knowledge of securities and investment products and ability to assess risk - such as alternative investments, options, annuities, equities, bonds/fixed income products, and insurance.
Ability to navigate internal teams and build relationships to support problem solving and process improvement
Strong skills in system utilization and processing for the securities industry and business software programs (Excel, Sharepoint, OneDrive, etc.)
Hours & Work Schedule
40 hours
Monday - Friday
Pay Transparency
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens' paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
Why Work for Us
At Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth
Background Check
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.
06/30/2025