Tiedemann Advisors is an owner-managed independent investment and wealth advisor with a single focus: to make sure our clients’ wealth accomplishes what matters most to them. Tiedemann provides high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, foundations and endowments with customized, objective investment management, trust and estate, and wealth planning services. We are proactive, innovative advisors who provide access to a broad set of exceptional investment strategies globally, including impact or responsible investments, and full transparency on investment decisions, fees and performance. Serving clients since 1999, Tiedemann Advisors is headquartered in New York, with offices in San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Dallas, Aspen, Palm Beach, and Washington, D.C. The firm provides trust services through Tiedemann Trust Company, a state-chartered trust company located in Wilmington, Delaware. Together, Tiedemann oversees approximately $25 billion in assets.
We are seeking a bright and enthusiastic regulatory lawyer to lead the firm’s U.S. compliance team and work with the firm’s legal team. This person will be responsible for all aspects of the firm’s compliance programs, serve as liaison on company-wide initiatives, interface with all of the firm’s business units, participate in all the Compliance Team’s general functions and work on special projects. This individual must be able to understand the practical impact of a range of regulations on the day-to-day business with an aim towards promoting efficiency, accuracy and innovation. The AGC/CCO will be expected to be current on regulatory developments and best practices to help integrate such practices into our businesses. As the need to stay abreast of regulatory change and technology progresses, the role and responsibilities may vary and evolve to meet the changing demands of the firm. Importantly, the AGC/CCO will be expected to be a strong collaborator who will foster relationships across the firm and coordinate regularly and constructively with all relevant functional groups. The AGC/CCO will serve as a strong steward for the firm, who will interface with senior management on compliance and legal matters. Tiedemann values its reputation, integrity and its principled approach to business. It strives to apply the highest regulatory standard and best practice of all jurisdictions in which it operates. The Legal and Compliance teams are central to this effort, assessing and mitigating the legal and regulatory risk across all areas of its business, advising on initiatives and changes in the regulatory landscape, leading trainings and providing relevant and solutions-oriented guidance and assurance for the firm’s management. The AGC/CCO will report to Tiedemann’s Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel.
Job Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will be a highly regarded professional with a proven record as a self-starter and team player who is able to work with the business to develop and implement legal and compliance solutions that are pragmatic, effective and forward-looking, spot risks and troubleshoot. The candidate will be able to work successfully with a diverse set of individuals and constituencies. In addition, the candidate should have the following:
We are open to applicants outside of Dallas, TX including applicants in Wilmington, DE.
Applications are strongly encouraged from candidates reflecting diverse educational, cultural and experiential backgrounds.