Compliance Officer

United StatesRemoteFull-timemid

Legal & ComplianceCompliance Specialist

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Overview

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Compliance Officer based in the United States.

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Legal & ComplianceCompliance Specialist

As a Compliance Officer, you will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and strengthening the organization's compliance framework within a highly regulated legal and financial services environment. You will translate complex legal requirements, regulatory updates, and client expectations into clear, practical policies and procedures. Working closely with attorneys, compliance leaders, and subject matter experts, you will ensure that internal documentation remains accurate, consistent, and aligned with operational practices. You will also support client communications, oversee policy governance, and drive continuous improvements in documentation processes. This fully remote opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong writing skills and an interest in the intersection of law, compliance, and corporate governance.

Research, draft, review, and update organizational policies, standards, and procedures based on applicable legal requirements, regulatory guidance, and client expectations.
Develop new policy frameworks in collaboration with subject matter experts, ensuring that documentation accurately reflects business operations and compliance obligations.
Manage the complete policy lifecycle, including document version control, scheduled reviews, exception requests, approvals, and ongoing maintenance of the policy library.
Prepare and coordinate client-facing compliance communications, including questionnaire responses, material change notifications, and regulatory or compliance alerts.
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and clarity across all published policies by maintaining editorial standards, style guidelines, and defined terminology.
Collaborate with attorneys and the Legal and Compliance Committee to facilitate policy reviews, revisions, and formal approvals.
Identify opportunities to improve policy creation, approval, storage, and distribution through technology and more efficient workflows.
Monitor changes in legislation, regulations, and client requirements to ensure that policies and supporting documentation remain up to date.

Requirements

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Associate degree in Communications, English, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Demonstrated experience in policy development, policy administration, and document lifecycle management.
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex legal, regulatory, and technical information into clear, concise, and accessible documentation.
Ability to interpret industry regulations, government publications, legal documents, and compliance requirements while working alongside legal professionals.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders at different organizational levels, including subject matter experts, management, and senior leadership.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with document management systems and workflow technologies.
Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
Experience in legal services, financial services, or another regulated industry is an advantage.
Familiarity with project management tools and experience preparing questionnaires or RFP responses is a plus.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and legally authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to work remotely in a technology-driven environment while maintaining focus and productivity throughout the working day.