Compliance Specialist Jobs in Arizona
Compliance specialist jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare, and government contracting, with openings at every level from entry-level analysts through senior compliance officers. Phoenix and Scottsdale anchor most of the hiring, with Tempe adding a notable cluster of financial technology and insurance employers. Well-established Arizona employers such as Banner Health, Western Alliance Bancorporation, and Freeport-McMoRan consistently hire compliance specialists, particularly in regulatory affairs, healthcare compliance, and environmental and mining compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!
Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.
Our Mission
We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!
Job Description
To support and ensure compliance with applicable customs laws, regulations, and internal policies across brokerage operations. The role acts as a compliance and support function, contributing to consistent, efficient, and compliant customs processes within the assigned scope.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Ensure compliance with customs laws, regulations and internal policies
- Support compliance oversight for all customs procedures
- Review customs declarations and identify errors, risks and corrective actions
- Support post-entry activities including amendments and corrections
- Monitor key risk areas (e.g. transit discharge, export confirmation, temporary storage)
- Act as an escalation point for complex or high- risk customs cases
- Provide guidance and support to operations on customs compliance matters
- Support implementation of customs compliance initiatives and process improvements
- Collaborate with operations, product teams and other stakeholders
- Maintain effective communication with customs authorities and other governmental agencies when required
- Support internal audits and compliance controls
- Promote a strong compliance culture and awareness across the district
- Support data accuracy and integrity related to customs declarations and systems
Physical Demands
- Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.
- Write with pencil/pen/marker
- Functions performed primarily while seated at desk
Qualifications
- Degree or formal training in customs (preferred)
- Relevant experience in customs operations or compliance
- Good understanding of customs regulations, procedures
- Proficiency in English, local language skills desirable
- Strong analytical skills
- Good communication skills
Additional Information
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical
- Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Growth opportunities within the company
- Employee Referral Program Bonus
We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!
Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.
Our Mission
We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!
Job Description
To support and ensure compliance with applicable customs laws, regulations, and internal policies across brokerage operations. The role acts as a compliance and support function, contributing to consistent, efficient, and compliant customs processes within the assigned scope.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Ensure compliance with customs laws, regulations and internal policies
- Support compliance oversight for all customs procedures
- Review customs declarations and identify errors, risks and corrective actions
- Support post-entry activities including amendments and corrections
- Monitor key risk areas (e.g. transit discharge, export confirmation, temporary storage)
- Act as an escalation point for complex or high- risk customs cases
- Provide guidance and support to operations on customs compliance matters
- Support implementation of customs compliance initiatives and process improvements
- Collaborate with operations, product teams and other stakeholders
- Maintain effective communication with customs authorities and other governmental agencies when required
- Support internal audits and compliance controls
- Promote a strong compliance culture and awareness across the district
- Support data accuracy and integrity related to customs declarations and systems
Physical Demands
- Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.
- Write with pencil/pen/marker
- Functions performed primarily while seated at desk
Qualifications
- Degree or formal training in customs (preferred)
- Relevant experience in customs operations or compliance
- Good understanding of customs regulations, procedures
- Proficiency in English, local language skills desirable
- Strong analytical skills
- Good communication skills
Additional Information
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical
- Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Growth opportunities within the company
- Employee Referral Program Bonus
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Compliance Specialist Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Renewable Energy
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in compliance specialist jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in business, law, finance, or a related field required
- Two or more years of compliance, audit, or regulatory experience preferred
- Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent certification valued
- Demonstrated knowledge of Arizona and federal regulatory frameworks in relevant industry
- Strong written communication skills for policy documentation and regulatory reporting
- Proficiency with compliance management software and case tracking systems expected
Compliance Specialist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a compliance specialist in Arizona?
A bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a closely related field is the standard starting point for compliance specialist roles in Arizona. Arizona does not require a state-issued license specific to the compliance specialist title, but employers in healthcare strongly prefer candidates familiar with AHCCCS and Arizona Department of Health Services requirements, while financial services roles favor those with FINRA registrations. Earning a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential significantly strengthens a candidacy in the Arizona market.
How much do compliance specialists make in Arizona?
Compliance specialists in Arizona earn a median of about $80,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,000 for the lowest 10% to over $129,300 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire compliance specialists in Arizona?
Employers hiring compliance specialists in Arizona right now include City of Kingman, ADP, and TSMC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's concentration of large hospital systems, regional banks, and mining and energy companies means compliance hiring here tends to cluster in healthcare regulatory, financial compliance, and environmental compliance functions.
Which Arizona cities have the most compliance specialist jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa have the most compliance specialist openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because it is the headquarters location for major Arizona financial institutions, healthcare systems, and government agencies, while Scottsdale draws compliance roles from insurance carriers and wealth management firms, and Tempe's fintech and technology employer base generates steady demand for regulatory and data compliance specialists.
Are there remote compliance specialist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields. Compliance specialist work is largely desk-based and policy-driven, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 56% of compliance specialist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have adopted flexible work for this function. Policy review, regulatory monitoring, and training development are the sub-functions most commonly performed fully remote.
How can I get hired as a compliance specialist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a compliance analyst or compliance associate role, which large Arizona employers such as Banner Health and local credit unions post as new-graduate positions. Professionals moving laterally from audit, legal operations, risk, or healthcare billing bring directly transferable skills that Arizona hiring managers recognize. Completing a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional exam preparation course, or earning a certificate in healthcare compliance through an Arizona community college, gives a candidate a concrete credential that offsets limited direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to compliance specialist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to compliance specialist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and target city, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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