Compliance Specialist Jobs in California

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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Sr Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Remote)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 1 May 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

Remote Work

Title: Regulatory Affairs Specialist II - Temporary

  • Irvine, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Support the EU's In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) transition activities that will impact all Bio-Rad products currently CE Marked under the IVD Directive. Activities include preparation...

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Ion

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Company Description At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 1 day ago

jobs life, physical, and social science occupations regulatory affairs specialist regulatory affairs specialist. valencia, california posted today job details summary $38 - $50 per hour contract...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Davis, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Davis, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Specialist Looking for a candidate that has at least 2-5 years of regulatory experience within Medical Device Class II. MUST HAVE: Regulatory experience, Experience...

Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist Vascular (on-site)

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 3 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Compliance Officer, Escalations

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

This is Adyen Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice....

Sr Compliance Officer

  • CA
  • 4 days ago
  • CA
  • 4 days ago

Senior Officer, Compliance - Remote Northern California Are you ready to use your compliance skills for one of the world's largest FinTech organizations? Do you want to work for a global business...

Remote Work

Compliance Associate

  • Oakland, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 4 days ago

FQHC-Healthcare Clinic Compliance Associate | Full-Time | Oakland-Based (Multi-Site Travel Required) Join a mission-driven healthcare nonprofit through MatchBukh Talent Solutions making a real...

Tax & Compliance Operations Specialist

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Building at Check At Check, we make paying people simple. In doing that, we're not just building our own business- we're building payroll businesses together with every one of our partners. As the...

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Government Funding Compliance Consultant - Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Fraud, Investigations & Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE) Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Cybersecurity, Privacy and...

Finance Compliance Analyst

  • Indio, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Indio, CA
  • 4 days ago

Summary The BSA/Title 31 Compliance Analyst will perform reviews and analytical tasks for the property to achieve compliance with BSA/TITLE 31 C.F.R. rules and regulations. This position will...

Financial Compliance Auditor III Finance

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

Salary Range: $88,854.00 (Min.) - $115,509.00 (Mid.) - $142,166.00 (Max.) Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 5 days ago

Are you looking to catapult your career by driving high-impact transformation with household brands? Do you crave an entrepreneurial, fast paced and engaging growth assignment working with...

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in California 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
3.4%
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 California
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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