Compliance Specialist Jobs in Texas

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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Regional Compliance Officer - Australia & New Zealand

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago

At MoneyGram, we connect the world by making cross-border money transfers seamless, affordable, and secure for everyone. We are seeking\: Regional Compliance Officer What you will contribute\: The...

Governance, Risk, and Compliance Analyst, Specialist

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Do Support the development and maintenance of our operational and key control inventories. Design and document control objectives, performance procedures, and testing protocols....

Audit Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Richardson, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 1 day ago

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding,...

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Trade Finance Compliance Officer BSA/OFAC Oversight

  • McKinney, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 3 days ago

Trade Finance Compliance Officer BSA/OFAC Oversight Job Title: Trade Finance Compliance Officer BSA/OFAC Oversight Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented compliance professional to evaluate...

Business & Compliance Analyst

  • Rosenberg, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Rosenberg, TX
  • 4 days ago

Participate in long- and short-range financial planning and forecasting. Collect, analyze, and interpret data using Frontline Education for comparative analytics and financial planning....

Dallas Risk and Compliance Consultant - 2026

  • Dallas, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 5 days ago

JOB REQUISITION Dallas Risk and Compliance Consultant - 2026 LOCATION DALLAS ADDITIONAL LOCATION(S) JOB DESCRIPTION Are You Ready to Live Something Different with Protiviti? The Protiviti career...

IT SPECIALIST - SR. IT SPECIALIST - IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance Analyst

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago

IT SPECIALIST - SR. IT SPECIALIST - IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance Analyst 32-00669 Who We Are: SwRI's cybersecurity mission is to secure the enterprise by evaluating, implementing, and...

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS...

Legal and Compliance Analyst

  • Bastrop, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Bastrop, TX
  • 12 days ago

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the...

Contract Compliance Officer

  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 days ago

Contract Compliance Officer City of El Paso, TX - 3.7 El Paso, TX Job Details Contract $45,150 - $67,910 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Public accounting Mid-level Public Administration Analysis...

Midstream Regulatory Compliance Specialist

  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago

Midstream Regulatory Compliance Specialist Location: Dallas, TX Department: Regulatory Affairs / Compliance Reports To: VP of Engineering & Technical Services Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level...

Sr Quality & Compliance Associate- Remote in Dallas/ Irving, TX

  • Dallas, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 13 days ago

Sr Quality & Compliance Associate- Remote in Dallas/ Irving, TX Job ID 224829 Posted 16-Jun-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Risk Management Location(s) Dallas -...

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Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago

OriGen Biomedical is a global leader in cryopreservation and cell culture. We collaborate with top researchers, clinicians, and business partners to enhance solutions, improve patient outcomes,...

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago

Job Description: At Enovis we pay attention to the details. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients, and take pride in the pursuit of scientific excellence - with the goal of...

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Compliance Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Cannabis Compliance, Testing, and Research
Identify legal operations in the cannabis industry and investigate how research and development can advance cannabis science. Learn compliance and testing methods related to analytical chemistry...
Governance, Risk, and Compliance Course
This course provides an overview of governance, risk, and compliance. It focuses on the importance of GRC, identifying GRC concerns, and ways to mitigate those concerns. Our exclusive content is...
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...

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Salary for Compliance Specialist Jobs in Texas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFinance research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Compliance Specialists in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Master's Degree
35.3%
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 Texas
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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