What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Specialist position at Signature IT World Inc?
Title : Compliance Specialist
Location: Woodbridge, New Jersey- Hybrid (Tuesday-Thursday) Locals only
Fulltime
Industry: Financial Services - Other
Job Description:
Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), the role is ideal for a seasoned compliance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, takes ownership of complex regulatory matters, and has the strategic vision to evolve into a senior leadership role within the compliance function. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and organized, with a strong business acumen. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. This is a fast-paced environment and managing multiple projects under concurrent deadlines is the norm.
What You’ll Do
Licensing Management
• Manage and maintain state licenses for lending and loan servicing.
• Prepare, submit, and track licensing applications, renewals, annual reports, and registrations.
• Act as a primary liaison with regulatory agencies on licensing and examination matters.
Compliance Training Program Management
• Design, develop, and maintain a comprehensive compliance training program aligned with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Create engaging training content.
• Manage learning management systems (LMS) for course deployment, tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor and track employee training completion; generate compliance reports for leadership and auditors.
• Maintain accurate and organized training documentation for internal and regulatory review.
Compliance Program Support
• Support internal and external audits, as well as regulatory examinations.
• Maintain detailed documentation of compliance efforts and risk mitigation activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with the various business units to integrate compliance into the business lifecycle
• Advocate for a proactive compliance culture across the organization.
Desired Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in law, business, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance, licensing, or regulatory affairs within banking, fintech, or lending.
• Proven experience managing licensing across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.
• Deep understanding of federal and state regulatory frameworks governing financial services.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Compliance certifications such as CAMS, CRCM, or equivalent are preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience or team oversight strongly preferred.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to navigate complexity and influence cross functional stakeholders.
• High ethical standards and a deep commitment to integrity and confidentiality.
Seniority Level - Associate
Management Experience Required - No
Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
Willingness to Travel - Never
5 to 7 years experience
• Proficiency with NMLS and regulatory tracking/reporting systems.
• Fintech experience
Thanks and Regards,
Manisha Dabral
Signature IT World Inc.
manisha.d@sitwinc.com
