Manager, Compliance

Job description

Accountabilities Own the end-to-end lifecycle of state and federal licensing, exemption, renewal, and related regulatory applications, from research and preparation through submission, follow-up, revisions, and final approval. Conduct detailed regulatory research across existing and prospective markets, including licensing requirements, renewals, and WIOA Eligible Training Provider List processes. Manage multiple compliance projects simultaneously, ensuring applications, renewals, and other regulatory deliverables remain accurate and ahead of deadlines. Maintain comprehensive records in Salesforce, including application histories, renewal activity, project status, and market-specific compliance information, with a strong focus on data integrity. Map and document historical and active applications and renewals by market or region, while maintaining accurate compliance resources and internal documentation. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to collect required operational documents, complete forms, and assemble compliant submission packages. Communicate directly with state licensing boards and regulatory agencies, monitor application status, and manage technical revisions or additional information requests. Support internal audits, recordkeeping initiatives, reporting activities, and regulatory readiness efforts. Partner with senior leadership on the planning, structure, and execution of complex, multi-jurisdictional compliance initiatives. Lead designated compliance projects and coordinate delegated activities with Compliance Associates to ensure timely and high-quality execution. Serve as an operational point of contact for the compliance licensing function when senior leadership is unavailable. Participate in meetings, document key actions and decisions, and act as a compliance subject matter resource for internal and external stakeholders. Co-lead recurring compliance office hours and coordinate internal training sessions covering relevant regulatory and operational topics. Handle confidential and sensitive organizational information with discretion and sound professional judgment. Requirements 8+ years of experience in institutional compliance, regulatory filings, or administrative compliance operations, preferably within higher education, workforce development, or another highly regulated environment. At least 3+ years of experience managing a compliance program or comparable regulatory function. Master’s degree or Juris Doctor (JD) preferred; equivalent relevant experience may also be considered. Demonstrated success independently managing complex regulatory filings, applications, renewals, and compliance projects from initiation through completion. Strong regulatory research capabilities, including the ability to interpret complex state requirements, administrative codes, government websites, and licensing procedures. Proven ability to collect, organize, analyze, and maintain regulatory information with exceptional accuracy and data integrity. Advanced experience with Salesforce CRM, particularly data entry, data inquiries, tracking, and generating baseline reports. Strong proficiency with Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office, particularly Word/Docs and Excel/Sheets. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and consistently with senior leaders, colleagues, government agencies, and external stakeholders. Highly organized and capable of managing multiple concurrent projects, competing deadlines, and detailed workflows in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail, persistence, and professionalism when navigating complex government processes and administrative bureaucracy. Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of projects with limited supervision. Strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and project-management skills. Experience working directly with state educational licensing boards or regulatory agencies is preferred. Experience preparing teams for, navigating, or responding to formal regulatory audits is a plus. Must be comfortable working remotely and collaborating across teams and locations. Benefits Base salary: $83,000–$93,000 annually, with final compensation determined by factors including location, specialized experience, and senior-level qualifications. Remote work: United States-based remote position. Paid time off: More than 40 days of combined paid time off annually through holidays, vacation, and wellness/sick/personal time. Holidays: 22 paid holidays annually, including a week off around Independence Day and a week before the New Year. Vacation: 8 hours accrued at the beginning of each month, with accrual increasing based on tenure. Medical coverage: Multiple medical plan options, including Cigna or Kaiser Permanente where available. Health reimbursement: Eligible employees may access an HRA reimbursing eligible out-of-pocket expenses up to $4,000 for individuals or $8,000 for families. Dental and vision: Multiple dental options and vision coverage, with employer-paid dental and vision premiums for employees who waive medical coverage. Retirement: 401(k) with a 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, with eligibility and full vesting after 90 days. Parental leave: Up to six weeks of fully paid parental leave for eligible employees. Employee assistance: Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal assistance, and financial resources. Insurance: Employer-paid life, AD&D, and short-term disability coverage, with optional additional life and long-term disability insurance. Flexible spending: FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Additional perks: Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal services, and pet insurance, plus healthcare concierge services, financial wellness resources, and employee discounts. How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1 This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Manager, Compliance based in the United States. This role offers the opportunity to own critical regulatory and compliance operations across a growing, multi-state organization.You will manage the full lifecycle of licensing, renewals, and regulatory filings across more than 20 locations.The position combines detailed regulatory research, project management, data integrity, and cross-functional coordination.You will work closely with senior leadership while independently navigating complex government requirements and deadlines.The role is highly operational, requiring persistence, sound judgment, and exceptional attention to detail.You will also help strengthen compliance processes, documentation, reporting, and internal knowledge across the organization.Depending on experience, the position may be offered at either Manager or Senior Manager level.