Senior Compliance Analyst, Operations

Posted:
7/21/2025, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States ⋅ North Carolina, United States ⋅ Charlotte, North Carolina, United States ⋅ Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ Arizona, United States ⋅ Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Lead the Fight Against Financial Crime at Vanguard

  • In this crucial role, you'll be at the forefront of Vanguard's Anti-Money Laundering and Compliance Operations. You'll identify and report suspicious transactions, complete due diligence checks, and support processes that protect our clients' assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Gain invaluable experience in compliance operations, collaborate with a team committed to financial integrity, and make a tangible impact on financial security while protecting shareholder assets. Join us!

As a Senior Compliance Analyst, Operations at Vanguard, you will:

  • Analyze, review, and identify potentially suspicious client activity and elevate findings in a timely manner in accordance with internal guidelines to support our regulatory obligations. 
  • Use a variety of sources for compliance research, including internet sites, public records databases, past practice, and knowledge of Vanguard’s operating philosophies.
  •  Assist in maintaining the Anti-Money Laundering Program, including updating procedures and workflows. Participate in initiatives and work collaboratively with the business to develop policies, procedures, and controls designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to Vanguard's Anti-Money-Laundering Program.
  • Develop and maintain a broad knowledge and awareness of the investment industry and regulatory and/or policy changes with potential impact on compliance monitoring or reporting.
  • Assist in developing and delivering training and education related to the Anti-Money-Laundering Program. Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

What it takes:

  • Minimum of two years Anti-Money Laundering related work experience (preferred).
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Ability to navigate an ambiguous environment
  • Strong critical thinking skills and ability to analyze data and information.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.