Compliance Analyst Jobs in Illinois

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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Compliance Officer - Program Management (Marketing and Governance)

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 5 hours ago

Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $62 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its Different Approach, Better Results...

Senior Compliance Officer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 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
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 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...

Core Compliance Officer - remote

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Performance Trust Since 1994, we have pioneered revolutionary analytics, education, and decision-making with like-minded teammates and clients to deliver outperformance. We create unimaginable...

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Regulatory Compliance Associate Attorney - L3.5.2025.1-APB-4658

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

at Beacon Hill Solutions Group, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Beacon Hill Legal is working with a well-established law firm seeking a Regulatory Attorney with FDA, FTC,...

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Material Compliance Associate

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Career Category Regulatory Job Description Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared missionto serve...

Regulatory Compliance Associate Attorney

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Regulatory Compliance Associate Attorney Chicago, Illinois | Direct (Permanent) Full Time | $ 150,000 - $ 200,000 per year March 05, 2025 | Job ID: L3.5.2025.1-APB_... Job Summary Beacon Hill...

Principal Compliance Program Specialist - Compliance Monitoring and Testing

  • Riverwoods, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL
  • 4 days ago

Discover. A brighter future. With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed...

Regulatory Compliance Specialist 4

  • Springfield, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 6 days ago

Regulatory Compliance Specialist 4 Company: Oracle Location: Springfield, IL Date Posted: 3/6/25, 3:33 AM Job Description Manage the development and implementation process of a specific company...

Compliance Officer (Testing), Remote

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

About Byline Bank: Headquartered in Chicago, Byline Bank is a full-service commercial bank serving small- and medium-sized businesses, financial sponsors and consumers. Byline Bank has...

Sr. Compliance Officer (Complaints, Hybrid, IL)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

About Byline Bank: Headquartered in Chicago, Byline Bank is a full-service commercial bank serving small- and medium-sized businesses, financial sponsors and consumers. Byline Bank has...

Compliance Coordinator - A1408603CHI-4658

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

at Beacon Hill Solutions Group, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Beacon Hill is hiring! We have partnered with a growing technology company in downtown Chicago in hiring a...

Lead Data Analyst - Compliance Monitoring (remote)

  • Romeoville, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 11 days ago

at AMERISOURCEBERGEN SERVICES CORPORATION in Romeoville, Illinois, United States Job Description Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our...

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Finance Risk Compliance - Consultant/Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

Job Description In Strategy & Consulting we work with C-suite executives, leaders and boards of the world's leading organizations, helping them reinvent every part of their enterprise to drive...

Risk & Compliance Analyst Sr IT

  • Bannockburn, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Bannockburn, IL
  • 12 days ago

at Stericycle, Inc. in Bannockburn, Illinois, United States Job Description Work Location: Bannockburn, IL Position Purpose: The Risk & Compliance Analyst Sr IT will be responsible for defining and...

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Salary for Compliance Analyst Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Analysts in Illinois 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 in Illinois
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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