Head Of Wealth Management Risk & Compliance (hybrid - See Job Description For Listed Locations)

Wilmington Trust

Wilmington, Delaware, United States of America
Base: $141,800.00 - $236,400.00 annual (usd); bonu...
Hybrid (4 days in-office, based in metro nyc, wilmington, de, or boston, ma)
15+ years wealth management experience
Regulatory oversight occ federal reserve sec
Fiduciary risk and governance leadership
Wilmington Trust is seeking a Head of Wealth Management Risk & Compliance to lead and enhance its risk and compliance programs across various wealth management activities. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in wealth management compliance and risk management, with a strong focus on regulatory collaboration and ethical governance

Job Summary

  • The Head of Wealth Management Risk & Compliance is responsible for designing and leading a comprehensive business-integrated risk program across Wilmington Trust's wealth management activities.
  • This role requires deep regulatory knowledge with proven experience interacting with regulators such as the OCC, Federal Reserve, FDIC, and SEC.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $141,800.00 - $236,400.00 annually based on the candidate's specific combination of knowledge and experience.

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Wilmington Trust is seeking a Head of Wealth Management Risk & Compliance to lead and enhance its risk and compliance programs across various wealth management activities. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in wealth management compliance and risk management, with a strong focus on regulatory collaboration and ethical governance.

Salary

Base: $141,800.00 - $236,400.00 Annual (USD); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years wealth management experience
  • Regulatory oversight OCC Federal Reserve SEC
  • Fiduciary risk and governance leadership
  • AML BSA OFAC compliance expertise
  • Independent challenge to front-line risk

Nice-to-have

  • Strong culture of ethics and integrity
  • Strategic judgment in complex environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Proven ability to influence senior executives
  • Data-driven proactive risk identification

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 15+ years progressive experience in wealth management risk/compliance
  • Professional certifications like CRCM, CAMS, CFA, or FRM preferred
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in financial institutions

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