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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a diligent Compliance Officer to ensure our company adheres to legal standards and in-house policies. You will be responsible for enforcing regulations in all aspects and levels of business as well as provide guidance on compliance matters. A great Compliance Officer is well-versed in legal guidelines and corporate governance best practices. You are a reliable professional who is not afraid to speak their mind and stand by their decisions. You are familiar with risk management and our industry’s standards. If you are patient and have a keen eye for detail, we’d like to meet you. Your goal will be to ensure we operate in a legal and ethical manner while meeting our business objectives.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement an effective legal compliance program
- Create sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them
- Draft and revise company policies
- Proactively audit processes, practices and documents to identify weaknesses
- Evaluate business activities to assess compliance risk
- Collaborate with external auditors and HR when needed
- Set plans to manage a crisis or compliance violation
- Educate employees on regulations and industry practices
- Address employee concerns or questions on legal compliance
- Keep abreast of internal standards and business goals
Requirements
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- Experience in risk management
- Knowledge of legal requirements and controls
- Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards
- Excellent communication skills
- Integrity and professional ethics
- Business acumen
- Teamwork skills
- Attention to detail
- Professional certification (e.g. Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)) is a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How do you stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that affect our industry?
- Can you describe a time when you had to enforce a policy that was unpopular? How did you handle it?
- How do you handle employees who consistently fail to adhere to compliance policies?
- What steps do you take to ensure the company is prepared for an audit?
- Can you describe a time when you identified a potential risk to the company and how you addressed it?