Associate Principal Content Manager, Qualifications & Exams
Rockville, Maryland, United States of America
Full Time
2 weeks ago
$96,600 - $180,400 USD
No Visa Sponsorship
Key skills
Project ManagementCommunication
About this role
Role Overview
Manage Industry Exam Programs: Oversee the complete lifecycle of qualification exam question banks
Lead Expert Committees: Facilitate content committee meetings with securities industry professionals
Ensure Exam Quality: Apply psychometric principles and item statistics to evaluate test question performance
Develop High-Quality Content: Edit and refine test items to meet rigorous FINRA/client style standards
Maintain Content Outlines: Update and publish exam content outlines based on ongoing analysis
Monitor Industry Evolution: Research and evaluate the impact of FINRA, SEC, and other regulatory rule changes
Enhance Systems & Technology: Participate in developing system requirements and conducting user acceptance testing
Serve as Exam Resource: Respond to exam-related inquiries from FINRA staff, member firms, candidates, and external stakeholders
Contribute to Strategic Initiatives: Support special projects and department-wide initiatives
Requirements
Bachelor's degree and 3 years of securities/financial industry and/or content development experience (or equivalent combination of education and work experience)
Strong interpersonal abilities with excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficiency with standard software applications
Ability to work independently and produce high-quality deliverables with meticulous attention to detail
Proven capability to manage complex projects, multiple priorities, and stakeholder expectations effectively
Experience learning and using database systems (preferred)
Project management expertise (preferred)
Background in psychometrics, educational measurement, or testing industry standards (preferred)
Advanced knowledge of securities products, regulations, and industry practices (preferred)
Experience with content development, instructional design, or exam development (preferred)