Compliance Consultant

American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi-asset strategies, ETFs, and private investments. Privately owned and independent, we focus solely on investment management. We direct 40% of our dividends every year—over $2 billion since 2000—to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research, supporting breakthrough work in defeating life-threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Compliance Consultant to join our Compliance team in a full-time, in-house capacity. This role plays a key part in helping American Century Investments maintain a strong culture of ethics, integrity, and regulatory compliance. As a trusted compliance partner, you will co-lead the firm's Code of Ethics program and support a variety of corporate compliance initiatives across the organization. This hybrid position will be based out of our Kansas City, MO office. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead the firm's Code of Ethics program by monitoring employee personal trading activity, investigating potential violations, and partnering with stakeholders to promote adherence to ethical and regulatory standards.
• Prepare clear and concise reporting, responses, and communications for the Code of Ethics Committee, Fund Boards of Directors, client due diligence requests, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver training programs that increase employee awareness and understanding of compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor gifts, entertainment, and business expense activity and support the ongoing execution and enhancement of the firm's Corporate Compliance Program.
• Identify emerging regulatory requirements and compliance risks, assess their impact on the organization, and design or strengthen controls to support compliance obligations.
• Leverage technology, automation, and industry best practices to improve compliance processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the overall effectiveness of the compliance program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 or more years of experience in a compliance-based role at a financial services or highly regulated company.
• Working knowledge of the securities regulatory environment and a commitment to maintaining and expanding knowledge of relevant rules, regulations, and industry practices.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and investigative skills, with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulations, identify risks, make well-informed decisions, and document findings appropriately.
• Experience using compliance technology platforms and leveraging technology to improve processes, productivity, and user experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with employees and leaders across the organization.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while working independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.

Qualifications

• Experience with StarCompliance or other compliance monitoring systems (preferred).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
• Generous PTO and competitive benefits
• 401k with 5% company match plus annual performance-based discretionary contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning

Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency. Adherence to this schedule is essential to fulfilling the expectations of the role.