Senior Compliance Analyst

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a talented Senior Compliance Analyst to join our Distribution & Marketing Compliance Team in Newport Beach, CA.
As a Senior Compliance Analyst you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by supporting the Consumer Markets Division (CMD) business unit in reviewing and approving marketing and sales material, providing regulatory consultation, and providing solutions to help meet the business needs and regulatory requirements. You will fill an existing role that sits on a team of eight people in the Office of the General Counsel division.
How you’ll help move us forward:

• Provide compliance support to a business unit, or multiple related units, reviewing business operating practices, and administrative procedures and internal controls to determine if they are within company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Review and analyze sales and marketing materials, completes appropriate filings, and coordinates regulator audits and litigation requests.

• Help find ways to support the business unit to rethink how to innovate content creating process and develop content that are appealing to consumers as well as meeting regulatory expectations.

• Assist in the unit's compliance training initiatives including designing, developing, maintaining, implementing, and coordinating, training and communications related to compliance policies and procedures covering employees and third parties including producers, suppliers, vendors, and end clients.

• Leverage automation technology to improve efficiency, accuracy, and develop new functionality for Distribution & Marketing Compliance initiatives and responsibilities.

• Find opportunities to coordinate compliance activities with other areas to promote learning and sharing of best practices and ideas.

The experience you bring:

• 4-year degree or equivalent experience

• 5 years experience in compliance field.

• Excellent written and verbal communication, along with a professional and collaborative demeanor.

• Leadership abilities, including interpersonal savvy, courage, decision quality, driving engagement and resourcefulness.

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office products, SharePoint, MS Teams.

• Familiarity with agile methodology, including the ability to thrive in an agile environment and quickly adapt to changes in business needs.

• Use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services.  

• Ability to solve complex problems and develop new perspectives using existing solutions.

• Comfortable working both independently with minimal supervision and open to collaborating with team and other Office of the General Counsel teams when necessary.

What makes you stand out:

• Series 6 and 26 FINRA licenses (will be required for the role).

• Strong knowledge of state regulatory requirements pertaining to sales and marketing.

• 5+ years Life Insurance and/or annuity related and/or compliance experience preferred.

• In-depth knowledge and experience tied to financial services and insurance industries.​

You can be who you are.

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.