Compliance Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Trade Compliance Associate

  • Center Valley, PA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Center Valley, PA
  • 13 hours ago

Allied Personnel Services is seeking candidates for a Trade Compliance opening! This long term temporary role is an excellent opportunity to work for one of the Lehigh Valley's top manufacturers!...

Sr Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago

Rise Baking Company was founded by bakery experts passionate about providing our customers with high quality products and providing a positive, collaborative place to work for our people. We are a...

Compliance Associate-Lending

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Although Telecommuting Eligible--candidate must reside in PA or OH. The Compliance Associate - Lending serves as administrative support to the second line of defense Compliance function. Assists...

Analyst, Compliance (Remote Consideration)

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

Alternate Locations:** Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Omaha, NE (Nebraska); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Work...

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Regulatory Compliance Analyst

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

Your Future Evolves Here** Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people with most complex and costly health conditions. Working across specialties and...

Regulatory Compliance Analyst

  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 4 days ago

Reference #: 2525CampHill JOB DESCRIPTION The Regulatory Compliance Analyst is responsible for researching, monitoring, and interpreting Federal, State, and local laws and regulations to support...

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Exton, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Exton, PA
  • 6 days ago

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. seeks a Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist at its Exton, PA location. DUTIES: Develop and implement regulatory strategies for West's Administration System...

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Sr Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Audubon, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Audubon, PA
  • 7 days ago

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these...

Compliance Officer

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 11 days ago

Compliance Officer - CRA and Fair Lending Doylestown, PA Remote Job 2 DAYS AGO 21271256 Summary Doylestown, PA Remote Job Competitive Salary 3 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commisssion...

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Compliance Officer - CRA and Fair Lending

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 11 days ago

Overview The CO is responsible for performing analysis and reviews to ensure compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act, aiding the MCO in maintaining Satisfactory or better Community...

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VP, Compliance Officer - Deposit Advisory

  • Malvern, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 12 days ago

At Customers Bank, we believe in working hard, working smart, working together to deliver memorable customer experiences and having fun. Our vision, mission, and values guide us along our path to...

Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 13 days ago

Regulatory Compliance Specialist - Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Position Summary: As a Regulatory Compliance Specialist, you will ensure that Rivers Casino Pittsburgh operates in full adherence to Federal...

R&D Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Conestoga, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Conestoga, PA
  • 13 days ago

The The R&D Regulatory Compliance Specialist makes an impact by- Maintains knowledge of current policies, laws, regulations, relevant standards, and developments in the field by reading appropriate...

Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 13 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Compliance Associate

  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 15 days ago

Overview Our Compliance team provides critical support to ensure that the firm operates within regulatory requirements. By joining our team, you will gain exposure across multiple areas within...

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Compliance Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Construction Ethics and Compliance
Some of the largest construction firms in the world have faced the prospect of multi-million fines for significant breaches of ethics and compliance recently from bribery and collusion to modern...
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...
Governance, Risk, and Compliance Course
This course provides an overview of governance, risk, and compliance. It focuses on the importance of GRC, identifying GRC concerns, and ways to mitigate those concerns. Our exclusive content is...

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.8%
Master's Degree
35.1%
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 Pennsylvania
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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