About the role#
The U.S. Compliance Co-op will work alongside compliance professionals, attorneys, and analysts within the Legal, Compliance & Risk Department. This role involves contributing to regulatory development initiatives, assessing firm compliance programs, and managing exam-related tasks. You will collaborate with internal teams such as Global Relationship Management, Trading, and Investment Administration to research regulatory requirements and implement policy enhancements.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to regulatory development and exam management.
- Conduct compliance risk assessments and gap analyses of existing policies.
- Assist with Material Non-Public Information (MNPI) controls.
- Support Client Due Diligence and record retention processes.
- Perform regulatory and rule change research.
- Provide support for Broker Dealer compliance.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at Northeastern University.
- Previous co-op experience in a professional setting.
- Strong academic credentials, preferably with a focus on law or financial services.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills.
- A genuine interest in financial markets.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote).
- Employment: Full time, paid position.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Wellington Management
Wellington Management is an independent investment firm founded in 1933. Based in Boston, the company manages over one trillion dollars in assets for clients such as pensions, endowments, and insurers. It employs more than 3,600 people across global offices. The firm offers investment capabilities across equity, fixed income, and private markets.
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