# Compliance Director, Trust Company and Custody Operations at Vestwell

- Company: Vestwell
- What the company does: Power workplace retirement and savings on one modern platform—401(k)s, education, and emergency savings with payroll sync across 190+ providers. Backed by Lightspeed.
- Company website: https://vestwell.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: New York, NY
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $160K to $180K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-09
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/vestwell/jobs/8017308003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/vestwell-compliance-director-trust-company-and-custody-operations/

## About the role

This role will be based in the New York City office, and will be part of Vestwell's hybrid in-office operation. The expected base salary range for this position is $160K - $180K base. This position is eligible to participate in the Company Bonus Pool and is eligible to receive new hire equity in the Company. Please note that salary bands are based on NY and other similar metro areas and may differ based on where the role is ultimately hired. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field required, advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., JD, CPA, CRSP, QKA, CISP) preferred
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience with a proven track record in regulatory compliance or operations in the retirement, trust, or custodial services industry
- Deep knowledge of ERISA, 401(k) regulations, trust company laws, custody services, and applicable IRS/DOL regulations
- Experience managing operational risk, compliance audits, and regulatory examinations
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions
- Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Tags: Legal

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/vestwell-compliance-director-trust-company-and-custody-operations/