Compliance Specialist Jobs in Connecticut

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 Compliance Analyst (Supply Chain)

  • Groton, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Groton, CT
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join our collaborative, high-performing and dynamic Supply Chain Compliance Team and be part of something different! As part of our team, you will have a direct and visible impact to the...

Risk Analytics and Compliance Consultant, Hedge Fund Service

  • Stamford, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 6 days ago

Risk Analytics and Compliance Consultant, Hedge Fund Service Risk Analytics and Compliance Consultant, Hedge Fund Service locations Stamford, CT time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago...

Compliance Consultant, Advertising Review

  • Hartford, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 13 days ago

funds, in addition to Lincoln's annuity, insurance, and retirement plan products....

Associate Compliance Officer (ACO) Clinical Audit Quality an

  • Danbury, CT
  • 26 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 26 days ago

Associate Compliance Officer (ACO) Clinical Audit Quality an Location: Danbury, CT, United States Salary Range: 33.66 - 67.05 Work Type: Full-Time Standard Hours: 40 FTE: Exempt Work Schedule: Day...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist PAYS $24/HR Rocky Hill, CT

  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • 28 days ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • 28 days ago

Regulatory Affairs Specialist PAYS $24/HR Rocky Hill, CT Job Poster : Global Channel Management, Inc. Skills:Regulatory Affairs Specialist OSHA | Location: Rocky Hill, Connecticut, United States...

Analyst, Compliance

  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

About Northern Trust: Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud...

Environmental Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Guilford, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Guilford, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Triton Environmental, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Trumbull, CT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Trumbull, CT
  • 90+ days ago

About CooperSurgical CooperSurgical is a leading fertility and women's healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies, and families at the healthcare moments that matter...

Compliance Coordinator

  • New Haven, CT
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 60+ days ago

Position Focus: Under the general direction of the Director of the Conflict of Interest Office, and with broad latitude for discretion and independent judgment, the Compliance Coordinator is...

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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...
Cybersecurity Compliance and System Administration
Build the background needed to understand key cybersecurity compliance and industry standards. The knowledge gained in this course is critical for any cybersecurity role you would like to acquire...

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in Connecticut 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
3.2%
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 Connecticut
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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