Securities Compliance Officer - AML & Elderly/Vulnerable Specialist

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In 2025, USA Today recognized Primerica as a Top Workplace USA for the fifth year in a row, and Newsweek named Primerica one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for the second consecutive year. In 2024, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica as a Top Workplace for the eleventh consecutive year, and Forbes recognized Primerica as one of America’s Best Employers for Women for the fifth year in a row. In addition, for the tenth time Primerica has been voted a Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine. Primerica is a great place to work! Join our team to experience what it’s like to work at “one of the best places to work in the metro Atlanta”.

About this Position

Responsibilities & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Conduct investigations into potential unusual activity and potential elderly/vulnerable exploitation and determine if there is required regulatory reporting
• File required Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with FinCEN and conduct required follow up investigations
• Run and research weekly AML reports, such as OFAC and 314(a) and ensure required reporting is made timely
• Review on all new entity account applications for potential AML concerns
• Conduct research on clients and entities investing large dollar amounts to verify source of funds and deter money laundering
• Contact representatives and clients to investigate and detect potential unusual activity and/or elderly/vulnerable exploitation
• Aid in the improvement of tools to monitor, analyze, and report suspicious activity such as conducting high risk jurisdiction reviews
• Conduct an annual AML risk assessment
• Assist in regulatory examinations and inquiries related to AML
• Coordinate with an outside consulting firm to conduct the annual independent review of the Firm’s AML Program
• Provide AML and Senior and Elderly exploitation guidance and training to the business and the salesforce
• Work with the transfer agent and outside fund companies to place freezes on accounts when necessary
• Maintain and enhance AML policies and procedures, including the AML Program and CIP Program
• Maintain the AML Identity Theft Prevention Program
• Help with identifying any AML loopholes and coordinating projects to bridge those gaps

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of professional experience, preferably in the investment industry
• Securities licenses (e.g., SIE Exam, Series 7, 24 and 66), or obtained within 150 days of hire
• High degree of attention to detail and thoroughness are essential for this role
• Self-starter and excellent analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, everchanging environment
• Ability to create clear, convincing, well-organized presentations and communications
• Detail-oriented with aptitude for identifying risk and capability to research complex problems and collaborate to create solutions
• Ability to conduct research and provide management with proposed solutions
• Strong investigative and analytical skills as well as problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Strong sense of ethics, accountability, and judgment
• Great listening and communication skills with an ability to nurture positive relationships
• Excellent Word, PDF, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects with attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA, Juris Doctorate or other advanced degree
• 2-5 years of experience in the financial services industry
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of US securities laws and regulations, including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), OFAC and FinCEN regulations
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML) experience, experience with AML surveillance systems (i.e., Actimize) is a plus
• CAMS certification
• Experience at or interfacing with securities regulators, such as FINRA, SEC and the Securities Divisions of each state
• Comprehensive understanding of mutual funds, annuities and/or advisory products
• Strong project management skills
• Experience with FINRA Gateway and/or WebCRD

FLSA status:
This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay):

Our Benefits:

• Day one health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match

• Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off

• Life and disability insurance

• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account

• Professional development

• Tuition reimbursement

• Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.