SEC Sounds Warning Over Use of Outsourced CCOs
The SEC is urging investment advisers and funds that outsource their compliance function to consultants or law firms to review the effectiveness of that practice. An exam risk alert issued by the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations warns of “significant compliance-related issues” at firms using an outsourced CCO. More ...
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