Compliance Specialist Jobs in New Jersey

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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Data Analyst - Compliance

  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Guided by our company Purpose of Inspiring well-being for our colleagues, consumers, and communities, we are committed to building a best-in-class Law Department. We drive a high-performance...

Associate, Regulatory Engagement & Development and Broker-Dealer Compliance BlackRock 3.4 ( ) Princeton, NJ Why you should apply for a job to BlackRock : 67% say the CEO supports gender diversity...

Senior Business Management Specialist - Compliance Operations

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Work Location: New York, New York, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $110,760 - $178,880 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Description: The Regulatory Affairs Specialist assists in the preparation, review and submission of high quality, regulatory submissions such to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist-Ad Promo

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Company: Kelly Services Location: Bridgewater, NJ Career Level: Associate Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board Description Regulatory Specialist - Ad Promo (medical device) Kelly...

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Bogota, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers,...

Inter Company Regulatory Compliance Officer

  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 12 days ago

What is the Opportunity? We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director, Intercompany Compliance to oversee and administer Horizontal Prudential Compliance programs at a...

Inter Company Regulatory Compliance Officer

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Job Description What is the Opportunity? We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director, Intercompany Compliance to oversee and administer Horizontal Prudential Compliance...

Senior Compliance Associate, Policies & Procedures

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 22 days ago

The Role The Senior Compliance Associate, Policies and Procedures, will play a critical role in working closely with business counterparts to develop and maintain compliance policies and...

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Cranford, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Cranford, NJ
  • 25 days ago

The role: The Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist in the food industry is responsible for policy creation and implementation of the programs for food safety, and to ensure compliance of regulatory...

VP, AML Financial Crimes Deputy Compliance Officer

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 26 days ago

The AML Compliance Group is responsible for the coordination of the Firm's AML Program and is the Firm's primary contact for regulatory agencies and Firm employees regarding issues related to the...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 27 days ago

Ashland Inc. Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a...

Vice President - Senior Swap Dealer Compliance Officer

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 29 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 29 days ago

Business Overview: The Global Banking Regulations ("GBR") group is a Compliance global team covering Structural Banking Reform (CFTC Swap Dealer, SEC Security-Based Swap Dealer, French Banking...

Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Summary Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist Franklin Lakes NJ BD Specimen Management (SM) offers a comprehensive range of solutions spanning the entire specimen management continuum and...

International Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

One of our food & beverage manufacturing clients is seeking an International Regulatory Compliance Specialist to join their team on site in Mount Laurel, NJ....

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Compliance Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.7%
Master's Degree
35.3%
Doctorate Degree
6.4%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
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 New Jersey
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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