Senior Regulatory Enablement Specialist
The Senior Regulatory Enablement Specialist at Vanguard plays a pivotal role in aligning the company's distribution strategies with evolving regulatory and governance frameworks. This position is integral to the Sales Regulatory Enablement function, ensuring that distribution and product strategies are executed compliantly, thereby enhancing regulatory confidence and expediting time-to-market. The role is based in Dallas, TX, and operates within Vanguard's hybrid work model.
In this capacity, the specialist leads regulatory enablement activities across various initiatives and business processes, ensuring adherence to applicable rules, regulations, and internal policies. Responsibilities include managing multiple workstreams, developing and monitoring project plans, and providing expertise on major project deliverables. The role also involves serving as a subject matter expert on regulatory requirements, offering guidance on interpretation and implementation, and collaborating with Business, Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to translate requirements into actionable controls and operational practices.
Candidates should possess a minimum of five years of related work experience, with at least two years in project management. Experience in financial services and function-specific areas is preferred. An undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience is required, with a graduate degree being advantageous. Preferred skills include demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-year initiatives in regulated environments, strong stakeholder management and communication abilities, and a collaborative leadership style focused on sustainable change.
Vanguard offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes performance-based rewards such as bonuses, merit-based salary increases, and monetary recognition awards. The company also provides a generous 401(k) program with a 100% match on contributions up to the first 4% of salary, along with additional quarterly contributions. Health and well-being benefits encompass comprehensive medical coverage, Health Savings Accounts with company matching, and paid family care leave. Additionally, Vanguard offers a FlexFund for personal well-being and paid volunteer time off.
Vanguard is committed to fostering a culture that embodies its core mission and values, guiding every decision and interaction. The company emphasizes long-term success, both in business and within the communities it serves, through active involvement and support. Vanguard's inclusive work environment reflects a diverse community of talents, where crew members feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. The company also offers Crew Resource Groups (CRGs) that provide networks of support and engagement, fostering a sense of belonging and community among employees.