Volcker Program Manager
Volcker Program Manager
Location: New York, NY
Compensation: $170,000-$185,000 USD (base salary)
Our client, a leading global investment bank and capital markets institution, is seeking an experienced Volcker Program Manager to support its U.S. regulatory compliance function. The position sits within a growing team responsible for strengthening firm‑wide regulatory frameworks, with a particular emphasis on Volcker Rule oversight and governance.
Role Overview
The Volcker Program Manager will play a central role in shaping and maintaining the firm's Volcker Rule compliance framework. This includes advising business partners, enhancing controls, and supporting regulatory interactions across multiple business lines.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the ongoing development and refinement of the firm's Volcker Rule compliance program
- Provide practical, real‑time guidance to business and infrastructure teams on Volcker Rule requirements and regulatory expectations
- Evaluate existing controls and introduce enhancements to strengthen second‑line oversight
- Partner with stakeholders across trading, operations, technology, risk, and governance functions to ensure consistent implementation of regulatory requirements
- Draft and update policies, procedures, interpretive guidance, and training materials
- Deliver training sessions-both virtual and in‑person-on Volcker Rule topics and related compliance obligations
- Support the documentation and execution of supervisory and operational controls
- Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, examinations, and internal audits
- Participate in investigations, remediation efforts, and broader compliance initiatives
- Contribute to cross‑functional projects aimed at improving regulatory infrastructure and risk management practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; JD or other advanced degree preferred
- 4+ years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles within a broker‑dealer, swap dealer, global banking institution, or regulatory agency
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