Compliance Specialist Jobs in Washington

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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Program Compliance Administrator

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 hours ago

**In addition to the salary posted above, this position is currently receiving an additional 5% premium pay due to the position being in King County. The Washington State Housing Finance...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Bothell, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 12 hours ago

Regulatory Affairs Specialist Job Description We are seeking a Regulatory Affairs Contractor to contribute to the development and execution of effective regulatory strategies for investigational...

Treasury Analyst - Compliance, Administrative and Compliance Group

  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago

Amazon seeks a Treasury Analyst to join the Treasury Control Team, which oversees Compliance, M&A Integrations, Exposure Management, and Middle Office treasury activities. The primary focus of...

Principal Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related technical field and approximately 5 years of relevant experience working in a compliance, risk management, or cybersecurity role. Experience...

Pharmacy Compliance Coordinator - Retail

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 9 days ago

PeaceHealth is seeking a Pharmacy Compliance Coordinator for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $26.70 - $40.06. The hiring rate is...

Regulatory Compliance Specialist 4

  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related technical field and approximately 5 years of relevant experience working in a compliance, risk management, or cybersecurity role. Experience...

Finance Risk Compliance - Consultant/Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 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 Officer II- Assurance

  • Everett, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 17 days ago

Compliance Officer II- Assurance Fully Remote United States Compliance Job Type Full-time Description ABOUT US Coastal Community Bank is a leader in Banking with strong Financial infrastructure...

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Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 20 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 20 days ago

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and...

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (WA) (1 of 2)

  • Bothell, WA
  • 22 days ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 22 days ago

Join a team! We are a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of...

Program Operations Specialist, Compliance & Vslo

  • Bothell, WA
  • 25 days ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 25 days ago

PROGRAM OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, COMPLIANCE & VSLO Req #:243451 Department:UW SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Job Location:Health Sciences Center Job Location Detail:HSB A300. 2-3 days in office/2-3 days...

QA Compliance Associate/Sr. Associate_Weekday Days

  • Spokane, WA
  • 27 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 27 days ago

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC, a well-established member of the business community in Spokane, Washington, provides a complete range of services to support the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical...

Government Funding Compliance Consultant - Director

  • Seattle, WA
  • 28 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 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...

Program Operations Specialist, Compliance & Vslo

  • Seattle, WA
  • 29 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 29 days ago

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and...

Sr Security Specialist, Compliance

  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for a Sr Security Compliance Specialist to come and help us with these efforts....

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in Washington 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 Washington
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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