We are looking for a skilled Compliance Analyst to join our team in New York, New York. In this contract-to-permanent position, you will play a key role in supporting compliance and risk management initiatives for a financial services organization specializing in real estate lending. This role offers the opportunity to work on-site three days a week, with flexibility in scheduling, and contribute to a growing organization with ample room for process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct compliance testing to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.<br>• Assist in the investigation of fraud cases and provide detailed reports on findings.<br>• Monitor business activities for compliance risks and implement measures to mitigate them.<br>• Support the development and delivery of compliance training programs for staff.<br>• Collaborate on risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend solutions.<br>• Handle ad hoc projects related to compliance and risk management as needed.<br>• Utilize advanced spreadsheet and Excel skills to analyze data and report on compliance metrics.<br>• Improve existing processes and systems to enhance compliance efficiency.<br>• Ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and financial crime regulations.<br>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and industry best practices.
<p>Our client in the Westchester County, NY area has an opening for a Trade Compliance Manager to lead and optimize trade compliance operations within the organization. This is a Consulting to Potential Full-Time position that offers an excellent opportunity to design and manage comprehensive compliance frameworks. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of U.S. import regulations and demonstrate exceptional leadership and organizational skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement an effective import compliance program tailored to organizational needs, including updating manuals, procedures, and internal controls.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure adherence to trade regulations, including accurate classification, valuation, and country of origin determination for imported goods.</p><p>• Manage import documentation processes, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and customs entries, ensuring proper recordkeeping practices.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to procurement, logistics, and finance teams to foster a culture of compliance across departments.</p><p>• Conduct audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues and implement corrective actions.</p><p>• Collaborate with and oversee customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure third-party compliance with company standards.</p><p>• Stay informed about changes in trade regulations and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance processes and mitigate risks.</p><p>• Evaluate and manage relationships with external vendors to ensure alignment with organizational compliance requirements.</p><p>• Support regulated industry operations through adherence to global trade policies.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this Trade Compliance Manager opening, please email your resume in a Word format to joseph.colagiacomo@roberthalf with the subject line: "Trade Compliance Manager"</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly organized and solutions-driven Trade Compliance Manager to build and lead our import compliance function. This role will play a key part in ensuring adherence to U.S. customs requirements, trade regulations, and internal controls while supporting operational efficiency. The right candidate brings hands-on compliance experience and enjoys creating structure, processes, and programs from the ground up.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>What You’ll Do</u></strong></p><p><strong>Build & Lead the Compliance Program</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and roll out a company-wide import compliance framework aligned with business operations</li><li>Create, update, and maintain policies, procedures, and internal controls related to trade compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Ensure Regulatory Accuracy</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee proper tariff classification, valuation, and country-of-origin determinations</li><li>Stay current on regulatory changes and advise internal teams on potential business impact</li></ul><p><strong>Manage Import Documentation</strong></p><ul><li>Review and maintain import records including invoices, packing lists, and customs filings</li><li>Ensure documentation retention meets regulatory requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Training & Cross-Functional Support</strong></p><ul><li>Design and deliver compliance training for procurement, logistics, finance, and related teams</li><li>Act as a resource across departments, reinforcing best practices and compliance awareness</li></ul><p><strong>Audit, Risk & Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Perform internal reviews to identify exposure areas and implement corrective actions</li><li>Drive ongoing improvements to reduce risk and strengthen controls</li></ul><p><strong>External Partner Management</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee relationships with customs brokers and freight partners</li><li>Hold third parties accountable to internal compliance standards</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Leadership Communication</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare compliance updates, metrics, and risk assessments for senior leadership</li><li>Serve as the main point of contact for customs inquiries and audits</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
