Compliance Assistant

Surprise Insights; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance firm based in New York is seeking a Compliance Assistant to support regulatory documentation, internal audits, and policy tracking. You will ensure compliance with internal procedures and external regulations. The role requires strong documentation skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel. Successful candidates will have prior compliance exposure and the ability to handle sensitive data, with potential growth into Compliance Analyst or Regulatory Officer roles. Full-time position with a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance or audit processes is advantageous.
• Must be able to handle sensitive data and complete a credit check.
• Prior experience in similar roles is a plus.
• Excellent organization and time‑management skills.
• Prior compliance or audit exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation for compliance accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain compliance checklists and regulatory logs.
• Support preparation for internal and external audits.
• Assist in updating policies and compliance procedures.
• Prepare compliance reports and summaries for management.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure timely document submissions.

Skills

Strong documentation skills

Attention to detail

Understanding regulatory guidelines

Proficiency in Excel/Sheets

Organization skills

Time-management skills

Tools

Excel/Sheets

Job description

Job Overview

We’re looking for a Compliance Assistant to support regulatory documentation, internal audits, and policy tracking. You’ll ensure the company remains compliant with internal procedures and external regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation for compliance accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain compliance checklists and regulatory logs.
• Support preparation for internal and external audits.
• Assist in updating policies and compliance procedures.
• Prepare compliance reports and summaries for management.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure timely document submissions.

Requirements

• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand regulatory guidelines.
• Proficiency in Excel/Sheets.
• Excellent organization and time‑management skills.
• Prior compliance or audit exposure is a plus.

Compensation

Salary based on experience. Potential bonuses for audit and compliance performance. Growth path into Compliance Analyst or Regulatory Officer roles.

Credit Score Requirement

Access to sensitive compliance data requires a standard credit check and background verification before interviews.

AI Hiring Tools

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Seniority Level

• Not Applicable

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage