Compliance Associate Jobs in New York

Compliance Associate jobs in New York are concentrated in New York City, Albany, and Buffalo, where financial services firms, healthcare systems, and government-regulated industries generate the deepest and most consistent demand. Employers such as JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and New York-Presbyterian Hospital maintain large compliance teams and hire at every level from entry-level coordinators to senior associates. The most in-demand specialties include financial regulatory compliance, healthcare compliance, and anti-money laundering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles30
Top employericapital
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring8
Work type54% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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Senior Auditor, Associate – Regulatory Compliance (Non-AML)
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Senior Auditor, Associate – Regulatory Compliance (Non-AML)
Crédit Agricole
New York, New York
Audit
Business Analysis
Compliance & Risk
$110k - $140k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Security Officer Residential Part Time Outdoor Patrol Compliance Associate
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Security Officer Residential Part Time Outdoor Patrol Compliance Associate
Allied Universal
New York, New York
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
$18.3 - $19.3/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Global Sourcing Ops & Compliance Associate
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Global Sourcing Ops & Compliance Associate
Express
New York, New York
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$70k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Construction Field Compliance Associate
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Construction Field Compliance Associate
Pyramid ETC Companies, LLC
Watertown, New York
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management

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Audit Associate – Payroll Compliance
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Audit Associate – Payroll Compliance
Arcara Zucarelli Lenda & Associates, CPAs, P.C.
Williamsville, New York
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$55k - $65k/yr
On-Site

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Compliance Associate Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
23 jobs
Albany
1 job
Buffalo
1 job
Hauppauge
1 job
Rochester
1 job
Watertown
1 job
Old Westbury
1 job
Williamsville
1 job

Compliance Associate Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

icapital2 open roles
New York Life2 open roles
TD1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in compliance associate jobs across New York.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, law, business, or a related field required
  • Knowledge of New York State and federal regulatory frameworks and reporting requirements
  • One to three years of experience in compliance, audit, or a related financial services role
  • Familiarity with anti-money laundering rules and Bank Secrecy Act obligations
  • Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential preferred by many New York employers
  • Strong written communication skills for drafting policies, reports, and regulatory correspondence

Compliance Associate Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a compliance associate in New York?

Most compliance associate roles in New York require a bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a closely related field, followed by entry-level experience in audit, legal support, or financial operations. No single state-issued license is required, but earning the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential strengthens your candidacy significantly. New York employers, especially in financial services, also value familiarity with New York State Department of Financial Services regulations.

Which companies hire compliance associates in New York?

New York compliance associate roles are posted by icapital, New York Life, and TD and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York City's concentration of major banks, insurance carriers, and hospital systems means the hiring pool is broader and more varied than in most other states.

Which New York cities have the most compliance associate jobs?

New York, Albany, and Buffalo have the most compliance associate openings in New York. New York City dominates because it is home to the country's largest concentration of financial institutions, law firms, and regulated healthcare systems, while Albany draws demand from state government agencies and the insurance sector, and Buffalo has a growing presence of regional banks and healthcare networks that maintain in-house compliance teams.

Are there remote compliance associate jobs in New York?

Yes, and more than many fields, since compliance work is largely desk-based and document-driven. About 69% of compliance associate openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. Policy review, regulatory reporting, and internal auditing are the functions most commonly offered remotely, while roles involving on-site training or floor supervision tend to require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a compliance associate in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a lateral move from a related role such as paralegal, audit assistant, or financial operations analyst, which are plentiful in New York City's financial district and midtown law firms. Large New York employers including major banks and hospital systems regularly hire into compliance analyst associate programs designed for recent graduates. Earning the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential before applying gives candidates without direct experience a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to compliance associate jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to compliance associate jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across New York City, Albany, Buffalo, and other markets statewide. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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