Manager-Investment Compliance

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique.

From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.

The U.S. Investment Compliance team ensures portfolios meet investment guidelines, regulatory requirements, and internal policies across registered funds and separate accounts. The team partners closely with Investment Management, Legal, Operations, and Technology to maintain a strong control environment.

The Manager – Investment Compliance is responsible for leading and developing a team of investment compliance professionals. You will foster a collaborative, high-performing environment, provide coaching and mentorship, and help build team capabilities while driving consistency and accountability across compliance activities.

• Lead pre- and post-trade portfolio compliance monitoring
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of compliance professionals, providing day‑to‑day guidance and performance coaching
• Interpret investment guidelines for funds and separate accounts
• Monitor portfolio adherence to mandates and regulations
• Manage breach escalation, analysis, and remediation
• Support board reporting and regulatory examinations
• Advise on new product launches and onboarding
• Enhance compliance systems and data quality

• Drive process improvements and standardization
• Build team capabilities by identifying development opportunities and strengthening bench strength

• Train and advise investment teams and trading desks
• Create a strong team culture that promotes accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across stakeholders

What will help you be successful in this role:

• 10+ years in investment or portfolio compliance
• Knowledge of Investment Company Act of 1940 and Advisers Act
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams in a people‑leadership role while overseeing day‑to‑day compliance operations
• Experience with regulatory exams and board reporting

• Experience with Aladdin, Charles River or similar systems
• Knowledge of multi‑asset strategies and financial instruments

• Strong collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders
• Ability to develop, coach, and inspire team members
• Ability to drive process and system improvements

This role will work a hybrid schedule in our Boston, MA office.

Annual salary range: $140,000 - $166,000 depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.

• Paid Time Off:
  Three weeks of PTO in your first year
• Health Coverage:
  Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance to support your well‑being
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with an 85% company match on pre‑tax and/or Roth contributions, up to IRS limits
• Equity & Investing:
  Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP) with discounted share purchase opportunities
• Learning Education Assistance Program (LEAP):
  To support your ongoing growth and career advancement
• Employee Investment Benefits:
  Opportunity to purchase company funds with no sales charge

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.