Compliance Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee the contracting process from intake to execution and lead complex negotiations. The role focuses on reducing cycle times, managing legal and compliance risks, and supporting growth through governance practices.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree and 5+ years in compliance or related functions, with strong negotiation and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a compliance, legal, risk management, audit, or other oversight function.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs, policies, and procedures.
• Review customer, vendor, and employment agreements for legal and regulatory compliance.
• Support compliance related to customs, trade regulations, and other business requirements.
• Develop and implement compliance tools, processes, and management systems.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits.
• Help prevent and address issues related to data privacy, corruption, ethical conduct, and other compliance risks.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness programs.
• Prepare compliance reports and communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Contract review

Data privacy

ISO compliance

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

MBA

JD or related

Tools

Compliance databases

Job description

Compliance Manager

Position Summary

The Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization's contracting process from intake through execution. This role leads complex negotiations, helps reduce contract cycle times, manages legal and compliance risks, and supports business growth through effective compliance and governance practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs, policies, and procedures.
• Review customer, vendor, and employment agreements for legal and regulatory compliance.
• Support compliance related to customs, trade regulations, and other business requirements.
• Develop and implement compliance tools, processes, and management systems.
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits.
• Help prevent and address issues related to data privacy, corruption, ethical conduct, and other compliance risks.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness programs.
• Prepare compliance reports and communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a compliance, legal, risk management, audit, or other oversight function.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Familiarity with manufacturing industry regulations and standards is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of relevant business, commercial, and regulatory laws.
• Understanding of quality and compliance standards such as ISO and similar frameworks.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and compliance-related systems or databases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent English required; additional languages are a plus.

Work Environment

• Professional office environment.
• Full-time, salaried position.
• Minimal travel required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.