Compliance Analyst Jobs

A Compliance Analyst in the finance industry plays a crucial role in ensuring that the operations and business transactions follow all relevant legal, regulatory, and internal rules. They are responsible for reviewing and setting standards for operational procedures, drafting and implementing company policies, and conducting periodic audits to ensure compliance. These professionals also provide guidance on compliance matters and act as the point of contact for regulatory bodies. They help prevent business disruptions, financial loss, and potential damage to an organization's reputation caused by non-compliance.

Compliance Analysts should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. They should also have a thorough understanding of compliance standards and regulations, and a keen eye for detail. A Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field is usually required, and a Master's degree can be beneficial. Additionally, certification like the Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) can boost their credibility. Before becoming a Compliance Analyst, a person may have roles such as a Compliance Assistant, Risk Management Specialist, or a Financial Analyst. These roles provide the necessary experience in understanding financial regulations and the operational aspects of the finance industry.

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Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Electrophysiology (on-site)

  • Plymouth, MN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 21 hours ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist I - Heart Failure (on-site)

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Vascular (on-site)

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 7 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Stroke Compliance Coordinator Registered Nurse RN

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 19 days ago

Description Introduction Are you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At Johnston-Willis Hospital we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an)...

Compliance Coordinator

  • Iowa City, IA
  • moments ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • moments ago

University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day...

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: A Regulatory Compliance Officer I (RCO I) is responsible for ensuring compliance with state liquor laws and cigarette tax laws as applied to the importation of alcoholic...

Hedge Fund Compliance Officer (Staff)

  • Portland, ME
  • 5 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 5 hours ago

SEC, NFA, CFTC, FINRA, or another regulatory authority or (ii) a compliance analyst or consultant with ACA or a consulting organization comparable to ACA....

AFC Compliance Officer

  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago

funds, private funds AFC qualifications, e.g....

Compliance Associate

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago

First Home Mortgage Corporation has an entry-level, full-time remote position available for a Compliance Associate. This individual be responsible for ensuring our marketing and social media...

Grants and Contracts Financial Compliance Analyst

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 hours ago

highly complex financial and accounting concepts and techniques for financial planning, control, and analysis....

Senior Compliance Officer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

CORPORATE PROFILE Ziegler is a specialty investment bank with unique expertise in complex credit structures and advisory services. Headquartered in Chicago with regional and branch offices...

Junior Compliance Officer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

CORPORATE PROFILE Ziegler is a specialty investment bank with unique expertise in complex credit structures and advisory services. Headquartered in Chicago with regional and branch offices...

Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 8 hours ago

The Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst plays a key role in leading complex regulatory and compliance initiatives to ensure the organization meets all legislative and regulatory requirements....

Compliance Officer

  • New Canaan, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • New Canaan, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Description About Bankwell: Bankwell is a commercial bank with more than $3 billion in assets that serves the banking needs of businesses and individuals. At Bankwell, we pride ourselves on our...

Compliance Associate

  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 hours ago

THE OPPORTUNITY Under the guidance of the Chief Compliance Officer and Compliance Director, the Compliance Associate is responsible for the coordination, ongoing development and administration of...

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Analysts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.8%
Master's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.5%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Compliance Analysts
None
39.1%
2-4 years
26.1%
4-6 years
13.0%
1-2 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
8.7%
10+ years
4.3%


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