Aldridge Pite, LLP is a multi-state law firm that focuses heavily on the utilization of technology to create work flow synergies with its clients and business partners. Aldridge Pite is a full-service provider of legal services to depository and non-depository financial institutions including banks, credit unions, mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, private firms, and other commercial clients. Aldridge Pite is dedicated to providing best-in-class representation across all of its Practice Areas through its unwavering subscription to three fundamental tenets: Partnership, Integrity, and Innovation. 

Purpose

The Assistant Compliance Officer in our Atlanta HQ office will be responsible for assisting the Chief Compliance Officer with a variety of legal and administrative matters. Position is remote with some travel required. The Compliance Department reports to the Firm’s Managing Partner and the General Counsel. 

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft, revise and negotiate contracts
• Assist in the management of the firm Compliance Department, including but not limited to (1) continual review and analysis of laws and regulations affecting lending institutions and law firms and client directives re: same, (2) maintain summary documents on regulatory compliance topics, (3) notifications to clients re: regulatory compliance topics, (3) process change management necessitated by laws, regulations and client directives
• Assist with ensuring Firm's internal controls, policies and procedures adhere to applicable regulatory guidelines and industry practices
• Monitor legal trends and developments; notifications to clients re: same
• Assist with Attorney and Employee Training Program
• Assist with Vendor Management Program
• Assist with Quality Control Program
• Assist with Firm administrative matters
• Draft Firm policies
• Assist with risk management
• Participate in firm audits with clients
• Assist with other duties and special projects as needed

Job Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school 
• 5 years of transactional and compliance experience 
• Research, writing and analysis
• Ability to communicate complex legal and regulatory issues to employees at every level

General Competencies

• Must be proficient in software tools, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Must provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Identifies and solves issues in a timely manner.
• Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
• Must be extremely organized and be able to multi-task.
• Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
• Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
• Demonstrates commitment to Firm’s vision, mission, and core values.
• Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
• Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
• Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

In addition to remote work for most positions, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage 
• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans 
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
• Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees
• Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors
• Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing
• Wellness programs and employee discounts
• Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth
• And so much more!

Aldridge Pite, LLP is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.