Compliance Director – Legal

Compliance Director – Legal Job Description

The compliance director heads the compliance administration team and is responsible for identifying, establishing, maintaining and reviewing compliance risk controls and compliance strategy throughout the organization. The compliance director routinely interacts with senior executives, managers, external business partners and regulatory agencies in order to determine specific needs and procedures. Additionally, the compliance director supervises internal procedures, processes and programs for compliance.

A bachelor's degree is required for this position, and a master's degree in finance or risk management or a juris doctor (JD) is often preferred. The compliance director must also have sound leadership skills and demonstrate thoughtful judgment in strategic management of compliance initiatives and foster efficient, effective operational coordination.

Typical compliance director duties:

Developing, directing and executing the company's overall compliance strategy

Developing, managing and maintaining corporate compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to applicable rules and regulations

Overseeing and refining the company's annual compliance testing and monitoring plans and refining those plans as required in light of evolving regulatory or business requirements

Acting as a liaison with regulatory agencies, internal and external advisors, and other internal control groups on compliance and exam-related issues

Working with management to establish an appropriate compliance culture throughout the firm, including the development of specialized training programs

Preparing compliance reporting for senior management and the company's board of directors

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Salary for Compliance Director – Legal

111250 - 168000

Low

111250

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

Mid

144500

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

High

168000

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.

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Compliance Director – Legal