Entry Level Compliance Specialist Jobs
New grad compliance specialist jobs draw recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or coursework in regulatory frameworks can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like TMEIC, L3Harris, and Amazon hiring at this level now.
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The Compliance Specialist supports all compliance and regulatory functions for the Food Safety and Compliance group; develop and maintain reporting systems for all third-party audits, Westrock Coffee's Quality management systems, supplier compliance and supplier management system. This role manages all documentation relating to company certifications like organic, kosher and sustainability programs. This position reports to the Sr. FSQA Manager.
Primary job responsibilities include:
- Assists in developing, implementing, communicating, and maintaining Westrock Coffee's Quality Management System
- Manages certification programs, certification audits and documentation associated with the same
- Works cross functionally to help manage 3rd party audit systems like SQF, customer and regulatory audits
- Manages supplier compliance by managing TraceGains system and communicating Westrock Coffee's quality requirements to Suppliers and ensure compliance.
- Helps manage and track customer complaints and CAPA programs.
- Helps monitor and maintain pre-requisite programs & training.
- Maintains raw material specifications, supplier management, and supplier compliance documentation and implementation of systematized tracking in Supply Chain Management and Quality Management systems as needed.
- Supports raw material supplier/contract manufactured/allied evaluation program by tracking supplier performance related to customer complaints, ongoing quality, documentation compliance, and other as needed.
- Evaluates new ingredients to ensure absence of allergens, absence of gluten, supplied by a GFSI certified supplier, and Kosher certified.
- Follows all policies, procedures, standards, and safety requirements.
- May travel as needed to support compliance efforts (up to 25% travel is anticipated with this role)
- Performs other duties as requested by management.
- Experience in quality assurance or product development, and with food safety programs in a food-manufacturing environment, is strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in food science, Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, or other relevant degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, HACCP and other technical aspects of food manufacturing
- Experience and knowledge with computer-based quality management and tracking systems, including Microsoft Office and Office-based database systems
- Ability to write/audit SOPs to ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in the organization Ability to work cross-functionally and in teams in a variety of fast-moving situations and markets
- - responding quickly to information request from internal and external customers
The Compliance Specialist supports all compliance and regulatory functions for the Food Safety and Compliance group; develop and maintain reporting systems for all third-party audits, Westrock Coffee's Quality management systems, supplier compliance and supplier management system. This role manages all documentation relating to company certifications like organic, kosher and sustainability programs. This position reports to the Sr. FSQA Manager.
Primary job responsibilities include:
- Assists in developing, implementing, communicating, and maintaining Westrock Coffee's Quality Management System
- Manages certification programs, certification audits and documentation associated with the same
- Works cross functionally to help manage 3rd party audit systems like SQF, customer and regulatory audits
- Manages supplier compliance by managing TraceGains system and communicating Westrock Coffee's quality requirements to Suppliers and ensure compliance.
- Helps manage and track customer complaints and CAPA programs.
- Helps monitor and maintain pre-requisite programs & training.
- Maintains raw material specifications, supplier management, and supplier compliance documentation and implementation of systematized tracking in Supply Chain Management and Quality Management systems as needed.
- Supports raw material supplier/contract manufactured/allied evaluation program by tracking supplier performance related to customer complaints, ongoing quality, documentation compliance, and other as needed.
- Evaluates new ingredients to ensure absence of allergens, absence of gluten, supplied by a GFSI certified supplier, and Kosher certified.
- Follows all policies, procedures, standards, and safety requirements.
- May travel as needed to support compliance efforts (up to 25% travel is anticipated with this role)
- Performs other duties as requested by management.
- Experience in quality assurance or product development, and with food safety programs in a food-manufacturing environment, is strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in food science, Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, or other relevant degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, HACCP and other technical aspects of food manufacturing
- Experience and knowledge with computer-based quality management and tracking systems, including Microsoft Office and Office-based database systems
- Ability to write/audit SOPs to ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in the organization Ability to work cross-functionally and in teams in a variety of fast-moving situations and markets
- - responding quickly to information request from internal and external customers
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Entry Level Compliance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level compliance specialist job?
Employers at this level look for foundational knowledge in regulatory requirements, risk assessment, and policy documentation rather than deep professional experience. Coursework in business law, accounting, or public policy helps, as does any internship or volunteer work involving audits, recordkeeping, or regulatory reporting. Certifications like the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional entry-level credential can also give candidates a concrete edge when competing against other new applicants.
Which companies hire entry level compliance specialists?
Companies hiring entry level compliance specialists right now include TMEIC, L3Harris, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Banking, healthcare, insurance, and government contracting firms tend to hire at this level most consistently because their regulatory obligations require dedicated compliance staff even in junior positions.
Are there remote entry level compliance specialist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level compliance specialist openings still prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements to support mentorship and hands-on learning. About 15% of entry level compliance specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with remote roles more common in technology, insurance, and financial services companies that have established distributed compliance teams.
Are these new grad compliance specialist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior compliance specialist roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internships, relevant coursework, or a portfolio of compliance projects as qualifying credentials. Look for language like "will train," "degree preferred," or "internship experience accepted" as clear signals a role is open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level compliance specialists?
Entry Level compliance specialist roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate under heavy federal and state regulatory oversight, creating a steady need for junior staff who can support audits, maintain documentation, and help teams stay current with evolving requirements.