Compliance Specialist Jobs in Utah

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 I

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago

Schedule : Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Department : Corp Compliance Office - 241 Primary Purpose : The Regulatory Affairs Specialist I monitors and coordinates organization-wide...

Lending Compliance Officer , Salt Lake City, Utah

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago

The lending compliance officer for Thrivent Bank will support the interpretation and guidance of lending regulated regulations including RESPA, TILA, SCRA, MLA, ECOA, FCRA, FDCPA, UDAP/UDAAP, and...

Program Compliance Auditor

  • American Fork, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • American Fork, UT
  • 5 days ago

MEDICAREMD.COM Program Compliance Auditor in AMERICAN FORK , Utah This position is Remote Job Summary The primary responsibility of this position is to gather and analyze internal and external...

Program Compliance Auditor - Contract Management

  • American Fork, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • American Fork, UT
  • 7 days ago

This position is located in our American Fork office*** Job Summary The primary responsibility of this position is to gather and analyze internal and external data to ensure contract compliance,...

Legal Compliance Analyst

  • Washington, UT
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, UT
  • 8 days ago

About Nava Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple, effective, and accessible to all. Since 2013, federal, state, and local government...

Remote Work

Compliance Or Sr. Compliance Officer - Investments

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 days ago

Specific experience in investment compliance at a public pension plan with defined benefit and defined contribution programs, oversight of alternative investments, securities regulations and filings...

Analyst-Compliance

  • Sandy, UT
  • 19 days ago
  • Sandy, UT
  • 19 days ago

You Lead the Way. We've Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse...

Compliance, Swap Dealer Compliance, Associate, Salt Lake Cit

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 days ago

GOLDMAN, SACHS & CO. Compliance, Swap Dealer Compliance, Associate, Salt Lake Cit in SALT LAKE CITY , Utah Global Compliance Our division prevents, detects and mitigates compliance, regulatory and...

SOX Compliance Officer - Remote

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 days ago

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NYSE: ZION) is a premier financial services company with ~$100B in assets operating through 8 brands in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico,...

Remote Work

Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 days ago

Details Open Date 02/10/2025 Requisition Number PRN41201B Job Title Compliance Specialist Working Title Regulatory Compliance Specialist Job Grade E FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code...

Compliance, Swap Dealer Compliance, Associate, Salt Lake City

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 21 days ago

Global Compliance Our division prevents, detects and mitigates compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and helps to strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance...

Government Funding Compliance Consultant - Director

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 28 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 28 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Fraud, Investigations & Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE) Management Level Director Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus...

SOX Compliance Officer - Salt Lake City, UT

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NYSE: ZION) is a premier financial services company with ~$100B in assets operating through 8 brands in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico,...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Hybrid)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

Summary This position works closely with direct supervision to learn and develop the regulatory skills required to bring medical devices to market and ensure ongoing compliance. This position is...

Compliance Associate Salt Lake City

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 60+ days ago

MORE ABOUT THIS SKILLSET Manage the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risks by ensuring adherence to laws, rules and regulations. Our colleagues in Global Compliance are responsible...

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in Utah

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in Utah 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 Utah
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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