Compliance Specialist Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

A Compliance Specialist in the finance industry is primarily responsible for ensuring that the organization adheres to a variety of regulations, laws, and professional standards. They monitor, evaluate and communicate the organization's compliance status with respect to these regulations. They often conduct regular audits, implement compliance strategies, and provide compliance training to employees. Some Compliance Specialists may also be involved in developing targeted risk assessment methodologies, carrying out specific risk assessments, and building risk management plans.

Important skills for a Compliance Specialist include strong analytical abilities, excellent attention to detail, and solid communication skills. Knowledge of regulatory laws and standards in the finance industry is crucial. Compliance Specialists should also be able to use auditing software and other tools. In terms of certification, Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) is a popular one, while Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) are also useful. Previous job roles for someone considering becoming a Compliance Specialist may include Compliance Analyst, Risk Analyst, or Regulatory Affairs Specialist.

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Chief Compliance Officer, Zurich North America

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Zurich North America is seeking a Chief Compliance Officer. The Chief Compliance Officer is responsible for identifying, managing, and mitigating regulatory, ethics and corporate governance risks...

Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Pharmaceutical Products (Hybrid)

  • Cary, IL (18 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cary, IL (18 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Work Flexibility: Hybrid We are currently seeking a Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist, ( Pharmaceutical Products ) to join our Medical Division. This is a Hybrid role based in Cary,...

Compliance Officer - Risk Based Testing

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days 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...

Principal Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 10 days ago

The Opportunity Our location at Lake Forest, IL is looking for a Principal Regulatory Compliance Specialist....

Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Drug/Cosmetic

  • Northfield, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Northfield, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Job Summary Under general supervision, the Regulatory Specialist is responsible for planning and executing regulatory activities necessary to bring new Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs and Cosmetics...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

THE OPPORTUNITY: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist for a 9 month contract. We are seeking an experienced...

Principal Compliance Program Specialist - Compliance Monitoring and Testing - Monitoring and Testing

  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Principal Compliance Specialist Monitoring and Testing within Corporate Compliance performs a key second line of defense role by helping to ensure regulatory requirements are met by our consumer...

Compliance Officer - Program Management (Marketing and Governance)

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days 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...

Social Compliance Auditor

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

A strong moral ethic, discretion and commitment to confidentiality. Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices. Excellent...

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This self-paced course provides fundamental knowledge on modern Compliance Risk Management (CRM) good practices. The strategic goal of CRM is to steadily increase the level of voluntary compliance...

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.7%
Master's Degree
35.2%
Doctorate Degree
6.4%
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 Specialists in Lake Forest, IL
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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