Advertising Review Specialist

Major Duties

• Review advertising and sales literature, in accordance with departmental processing standards, for compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Review Annual and Semi-Annual Reports to determine the need for additional disclosure statements and draft disclosure statements, where appropriate.
• Cook up FINRA filings of advertising/sales literature.
• Interact with examiners and supervisors of FINRA advertising review office. Resolve issues with the FINRA, where appropriate.
• Achieve and maintain technical expertise and professional competence with regard to regulatory rules, issues and interpretations that may impact the preparation and approval of advertising or marketing material for Federated initiatives.
• Communicate directly with marketing departments in developing and revising advertising/sales literature and executing follow-up to FINRA comments to ensure compliance.
• Communicate FINRA review issues to compliance and legal personnel on an on-going basis.
• Advise marketing and business personnel with regard to regulatory issues as questions or regulatory initiatives arise.
• Conduct research, as necessary, in connection with application of advertising/sales literature rules and regulations.
• Liaison with Compliance and Legal staff for interpretation of new or re-focused legislation.
• Prepare and maintain sales literature handbook and materials.
• Cook up sales literature file maintenance.
• Assist with special projects, as requested.

HOURS/LOCATION

• 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (overtime as required)
• Federated Hermes Tower – Pittsburgh, PA 15222
• Hybrid work arrangement

Explanatory Comments

• Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities requiring a high level of attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to communicate effectively with internal and external clients
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to work as a team member
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work effectively
• Demonstrated cooperative attitude, effective communication skills and highly developed interpersonal skills in dealing with both internal and external clients and regulatory personnel

PAY

We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

SCHEDULE

Federated Hermes is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to Federated Hermes. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, Federated Hermes will also comply with applicable government contractor obligations, including ensuring veterans and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities consistent with current federal, state and local laws and regulations. Federated Hermes will also make reasonable accommodations for the religious practices or beliefs of applicants and employees, as well as for mental health or physical disability needs.

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