Compliance Analyst

Company: LegalAndGeneral
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description L&G's Asset Management business is a major investor across public and private markets worldwide, with $1.533 trillion in AUM.* Our clients include individual savers, pension scheme members and global institutions, who invest alongside L&G’s own balance sheet. Our ambition is to be a leading global investor, innovating to solve complex challenges for our clients using the power of L&G. This is rooted in our investment philosophy and processes, which are focused on creating value over the long term. We believe that incorporating financially material sustainability criteria, when relevant to our clients, can generate value and drive positive change. Job Description The Compliance Analyst supports the firm’s Compliance Program through ongoing monitoring, surveillance, testing, and advisory activities. This role plays a key part in upholding the firm’s “Culture of Compliance” by ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and ethical standards across the organization. Responsibilities: Assist with forensic testing of compliance with policies and procedures, including employee and trade surveillance, monitoring and testing. Lead the review and approval of all Code of Ethics preclearance requests, including: gifts, entertainment, political contributions, charitable contributions, outside business activities, and personal trading requests. Engage with international affiliates on conduct and monitoring related matters to ensure global alignment of compliance standards and regulations. Establish workflows and document compliance procedures to support operational efficiency and regulatory adherence. Cross train in additional compliance tasks to provide coverage for absent team members. Participate in training employees on compliance requirements, supporting firm-wide understanding of obligations. Assist in document gathering and provide support during periodic regulatory exams, annual reviews and internal audits. Perform general compliance duties, supporting daily oversight and issue resolution. Support ad hoc compliance projects and initiatives as assigned. Assist the Senior Compliance Officer in maintaining and promoting a strong “Culture of Compliance” across all staff and business areas. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 0-2 years of experience with an SEC-registered investment advisor. General understanding of equity, fixed income and derivative securities and markets. Strong computer skills, including proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Experience within STAR Compliance and/or Charles River Investment Management (CRIMS) is a plus. Ability to effectively manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skill, with the ability to develop creative solutions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information and guidance. Ability to research compliance related topics and provide guidance to team members. Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to produce through, accurate documentation. Experience working in a large, international, matrixed organization is a plus. Additional Information The starting salary offer will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s education, job-related experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location, and market factors. This position is also eligible to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus plan. Full time employees may be eligible for health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare, Dependent and Limited Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, an employee assistance program, and commuter and transit programs. Additional voluntary programs include: supplemental health benefits including accidental injury, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance and pet insurance. EOE Statement As an EOE employer, L&G Asset Management, America will extend equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, and/or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. (2025)

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