Compliance Specialist Jobs in New Jersey

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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Regulatory Affairs Specialist/Senior RA Specialist (East Coast preferred)

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Corza Medical Regulatory Affairs Specialist/Senior RA Specialist (East Coast preferred) in Parsippany , New Jersey Regulatory Affairs Specialist/Senior RA Specialist (East Coast preferred)...

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Title: Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist Location: Cranbury, NJ Schedule: M-F Full Time Type: Direct Hire RESPONSIBILITIES: The Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist is responsible...

Senior Analyst, Compliance - AML Modeling

  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Sr. Analyst, Compliance - AML ModelingBoston, United States of America The Sr. Analyst, AML Models - Compliance monitors activities to minimize the company's exposure to Compliance and AML risk....

Compliance Officer

  • Weehawken, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Weehawken, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Support the business in remaining compliant within the regulatory environment and managing their risk. Work on the identification, assessment, measurement, mitigation and monitoring of compliance...

RIA Compliance Associate

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Compliance Officer/Compliance Associate Job Title: Compliance Officer/Compliance Associate Job Description: DESCRIPTION : A New Jersey based SEC registered investment adviser (" RIA ") seeks...

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Program Lead

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Employer: Auris Health, Inc.Job Title: Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Program LeadJob Code: A011.485Job Location: New Brunswick, NJJob Type: Full-Time Rate of Pay: $135,000 - $160,000Job...

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IM Transcend Sr. analyst Compliance

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 5 days ago

IM Transcend Sr. analyst Compliance- Function Finance- Sub function Finance Business Partners- Category Senior Analyst, Finance Business Partners (P6)- Location New Brunswick / United States of...

Portfolio Guidelines Compliance Associate

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 days ago

As an Associate on the Guidelines Middle Office team, you will play a crucial role in managing various aspects of the guideline management workflow and new issue process across different product...

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Documentation Specialist CMC Job Description We are seeking an experienced Documentation Specialist with expertise in CMC and injectables. The ideal candidate will verify regulated documents via...

Sr. Compliance Auditor

  • Fair Lawn, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Summary: The Senior Compliance Auditor is primarily responsible for audit execution on dedicated Regulatory Compliance audits as well as provide coverage during Bank integrated audits. The Senior...

Compliance Administrator, Subcontractors

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Compliance Administrator, Subcontractors JOB DESCRIPTION Be a part of Stonhard and be a part of something big. We are a world-leading manufacturer and installer of seamless floors, walls and...

Finance Risk Compliance - Consultant/Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • 12 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...

Compliance Administrator

  • Newark, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Benefits Information Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Matching Health Insurance...

Regulatory Compliance Analyst - Investigations and Data Analysis

  • Newark, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Job Order Number: DE9362523 Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Analyst - Investigations and Data Analysis Company: NJ Transit Location: Newark, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High School...

Regulatory Compliance Analyst - Legal

  • Newark, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Job Order Number: DE9346368 Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Analyst - Legal Company: NJ Transit Location: Newark, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High School Experience: None Hours: Duration:...

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Compliance Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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VITARA - Compliance Risk Management
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 New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in New Jersey 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 Specialists in New Jersey
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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