Compliance Analyst

Goosehead-Insurance; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Goosehead-Insurance is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join our compliance and risk management team. The role serves as a bridge between internal audit, IT/IS controls, regulatory requirements, and finance, helping implement systems improvements while ensuring top-tier regulatory compliance.

You will conduct audits, analyze regulatory requirements, draft policies, and present findings to senior leadership. The position interacts with sales, service, operations, and legal teams across the

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of professional experience in internal audit, IT/IS audit, accounting, compliance, or related regulatory functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Excellent written communication skills to translate complex concepts into clear documentation.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to present findings to diverse audiences.
• Ability to conduct research and analysis with minimal supervision in a business context.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal and IS audit functions, assessing control environments and operational effectiveness.
• Research, analyze, and interpret regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Draft and maintain policies, procedures, and compliance documentation.
• Design and implement system improvements and risk mitigation strategies.
• Prepare executive-level reports and presentations and support risk management initiatives.
• Leverage data analytics and regulatory reporting tools to identify trends and anomalies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analytics

Excel modeling

SQL

Power BI

Presentation skills

Independent judgment

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

Snowflake

Power BI

Salesforce

Excel

SQL

Job description

About the RoleWe are seeking a talented Compliance Analyst to join our dynamic compliance and risk management team at a nationally recognized, independent insurance agency. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to enterprise risk management and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced, growing organization serving the personal lines insurance market.Position OverviewThe Compliance Analyst will serve as a critical bridge between internal audit functions, IT/IS controls, regulatory requirements, accounting operations, and business strategy. This role requires a versatile professional capable of conducting independent analysis, presenting findings to senior leadership, and implementing systems improvements while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform internal and IS audit functions, assessing control environments and operational effectivenessConduct root cause analysis investigations and present findings independently to managementResearch, analyze, and interpret regulatory requirements and industry best practicesDraft and maintain policies, procedures, and compliance documentationDesign and implement system improvements and risk mitigation strategiesPrepare comprehensive presentations and reports for executive-level audiencesSupport enterprise risk management initiatives and compliance testingLeverage data analytics and regulatory reporting tools to identify trends and anomaliesCross-Functional CollaborationThis role interacts regularly with leaders and team members across the organization, including:Sales, Service, and Operations teams on compliance in customer-facing and operational processesLegal and General Counsel's office on regulatory matters and legal strategyPartnerships team on third-party compliance and vendor managementStrategic Initiatives on compliance implications of business transformation projectsFinance and FP&A on financial controls, accounting compliance, and resource allocationLearning and Development on compliance training and awareness programsInsurance Regulatory EnvironmentThis position operates within the complex, multi-state regulatory framework governing personal lines insurance. Key focus areas include:State-by-state regulatory requirements and compliance obligations across all jurisdictions where the agency operatesInsurance department examination processes and regulatory readinessErrors and omissions (E&O) risk management and mitigation strategiesRequired Skills & ExperienceProfessional Experience: 3-7 years of professional experience in internal audit, IT/IS audit, accounting, compliance, or related regulatory functionsCore Competencies:Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proficiency in quantitative and qualitative analysisAdvanced data analytics capabilities; experience with Excel modeling and statistical analysisExcellent written communication skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear documentationStrong presentation skills and ability to communicate findings to diverse audiencesIndependent judgment and ability to conduct research and analysis with minimal supervisionBusiness consulting mindset with ability to identify process improvements and innovation opportunitiesKnowledge of internal audit, IT/IS audit, and legal/regulatory analysis frameworksAbility to work independently and collaboratively across organizational functionsPreferred QualificationsFamiliarity or active interest in enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks and practicesAdvanced data analytics capabilities; experience with Excel modeling, SQL, statistical analysis, and data visualization, including Snowflake, Power BI and/or Salesforce reporting and analytics toolsKnowledge of or interest in artificial intelligence applications, including AI governance and risk considerationsUnderstanding of data privacy regulations and consumer protection requirementsInsurance industry experience, particularly in personal lines operationsRelevant certifications (CIA, CISA, CPA, or similar) or willingness to pursue certificationAbout Our CompanyWe are a nationally recognized, publicly traded independent insurance agency specializing in personal lines insurance. Our mission is to provide exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of compliance, integrity, and operational excellence. We are committed to innovation and leveraging technology to serve our customers and stakeholders.