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Compliance Associate roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in finance, law, business, or risk management. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, giving you a realistic path from OPT through STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field.
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Are you passionate about ensuring that organizations operate within legal and ethical boundaries? As a Compliance Specialist, you will enhance our compliance and employment law programs. You will be instrumental in coordinating and tracking key initiatives, conducting thorough employee investigations, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. Your expertise will also be crucial in monitoring conflicts of interest, managing regulatory audits, and supporting our anti-corruption efforts and EEO program.
Collaborate with us and bring your diverse ideas to foster a culture of integrity and accountability.
Apply now and transform your career with us.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Assists with administration of EEO and anti-corruption compliance program providing day-to-day operations, functions and support, including reporting requirements and analysis.
- Facilitates workplace investigations and supports Human Resource and Legal with process, data collection and documentation for accurate tracking and monitoring of all inquiries and investigations.
- Develops, delivers, tracks and supports compliance education and training as needed on compliance policies, procedures and process standards as well as rules and regulations of regulatory agencies.
- Assists with federal and state required audits (DOT, DOL, OFCCP, etc.) to ensure an accurate, complete and timely submission.
- Manages and submits compliance filings (FHWA 1391, EEO-1, VETS 4212, etc.) to ensure an accurate, complete and timely submission.
- Investigates, tracks and responds to all Conflict-of-Interest reviews.
- Reviews and approves all sponsorships, donations, and scholarships for company.
- Recommends process changes based on audit and monitoring findings or changes to corporate policy.
- Aids with periodic internal communications including topical emails, newsletters, videos or events discussing compliance department and company metrics/goal tracking, significant industry reliability trends, cases or current events.
- Participates in the development and implementation of technologies to automate and streamline compliance monitoring and reporting processes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field is required.
- 3+ years’ direct experience in compliance at related industry is preferred.
- Experience working with EEO and anti-corruption programs preferred.
- Experience with drafting, monitoring, and enforcing compliance policies preferred.
- Experience designing or deploying compliance trainings preferred.
- Strong execution of cross-functional, project-based work is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge in interpreting and applying laws, rules and policies.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully prepare and present analytical and investigative findings, conclusions and trending information.
- Detail-oriented and excellent multi-tasking skills.
- Developed presentation and influence skills.
- Proven ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
WHY WORK FOR US:
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
- Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
- Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
- Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.
SALARY:
- Salary Min: USD $80,000.00/Yr.
- Salary Max: USD $95,000.00/Yr.
Overview:
Are you passionate about ensuring that organizations operate within legal and ethical boundaries? As a Compliance Specialist, you will enhance our compliance and employment law programs. You will be instrumental in coordinating and tracking key initiatives, conducting thorough employee investigations, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. Your expertise will also be crucial in monitoring conflicts of interest, managing regulatory audits, and supporting our anti-corruption efforts and EEO program.
Collaborate with us and bring your diverse ideas to foster a culture of integrity and accountability.
Apply now and transform your career with us.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Assists with administration of EEO and anti-corruption compliance program providing day-to-day operations, functions and support, including reporting requirements and analysis.
- Facilitates workplace investigations and supports Human Resource and Legal with process, data collection and documentation for accurate tracking and monitoring of all inquiries and investigations.
- Develops, delivers, tracks and supports compliance education and training as needed on compliance policies, procedures and process standards as well as rules and regulations of regulatory agencies.
- Assists with federal and state required audits (DOT, DOL, OFCCP, etc.) to ensure an accurate, complete and timely submission.
- Manages and submits compliance filings (FHWA 1391, EEO-1, VETS 4212, etc.) to ensure an accurate, complete and timely submission.
- Investigates, tracks and responds to all Conflict-of-Interest reviews.
- Reviews and approves all sponsorships, donations, and scholarships for company.
- Recommends process changes based on audit and monitoring findings or changes to corporate policy.
- Aids with periodic internal communications including topical emails, newsletters, videos or events discussing compliance department and company metrics/goal tracking, significant industry reliability trends, cases or current events.
- Participates in the development and implementation of technologies to automate and streamline compliance monitoring and reporting processes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field is required.
- 3+ years’ direct experience in compliance at related industry is preferred.
- Experience working with EEO and anti-corruption programs preferred.
- Experience with drafting, monitoring, and enforcing compliance policies preferred.
- Experience designing or deploying compliance trainings preferred.
- Strong execution of cross-functional, project-based work is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge in interpreting and applying laws, rules and policies.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully prepare and present analytical and investigative findings, conclusions and trending information.
- Detail-oriented and excellent multi-tasking skills.
- Developed presentation and influence skills.
- Proven ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
WHY WORK FOR US:
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
- Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
- Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
- Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.
SALARY:
- Salary Min: USD $80,000.00/Yr.
- Salary Max: USD $95,000.00/Yr.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Compliance Associate
Target employers with active compliance departments
Banks, insurance firms, and healthcare organizations maintain large in-house compliance teams and routinely sponsor work visas. These employers have existing immigration infrastructure, making OPT-to-H-1B visa transitions far smoother than with smaller companies.
Emphasize your degree's direct relevance
Compliance Associate roles typically require a degree in finance, accounting, law, or business. When applying, make the connection explicit. Visa sponsorship depends on demonstrating your degree is a direct requirement for the role, not just a preference.
Ask about sponsorship before the offer stage
Raise the sponsorship question during later-round interviews, not the first screen. Phrase it as a logistics question: ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for compliance staff before and what that process typically looks like internally.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Degrees in fields like data analytics, information systems, or quantitative finance may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you three years total on OPT and significantly more time to clear the H-1B lottery.
Highlight regulatory certifications in your applications
Certifications like CAMS, CRCM, or Series 7 signal genuine commitment to the compliance field. Employers value specialized credentials when evaluating international candidates, and they strengthen the case for visa sponsorship by demonstrating long-term career intent.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly compliance roles
Migrate Mate surfaces Compliance Associate positions at employers who have a track record of sponsoring work visas. Filtering by sponsorship history saves you time and keeps your OPT authorization window focused on the right opportunities.
Compliance Associate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compliance Associate jobs typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Compliance Associate roles at regulated financial institutions, law firms, and healthcare companies generally meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, accounting, or business. That said, sponsorship decisions are employer-by-employer, so it is worth confirming directly during the interview process.
Can I work as a Compliance Associate on F-1 OPT without prior full-time experience?
Yes. OPT is available after degree completion regardless of prior work history. Many Compliance Associate roles are entry-level and designed for recent graduates. Internship experience in compliance, audit, or risk management strengthens your application, but a relevant degree and any regulatory coursework can be sufficient to land your first role.
Where can I find Compliance Associate jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Compliance Associate positions at employers with a demonstrated history of visa sponsorship. Searching there is more efficient than applying broadly, since you can focus your limited OPT authorization window on companies that are genuinely willing to sponsor.
Does a compliance degree field affect my eligibility for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your specific degree, not your job title. A degree in information systems, quantitative finance, or data analytics may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A general business administration or political science degree typically does not. Check whether your CIP code appears on the official STEM Designated Degree Program list published by the Department of Homeland Security.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Compliance Associate job ends before my OPT expires?
F-1 OPT students are permitted a total of 90 days of unemployment during their post-completion OPT period. If your position ends, that unemployment clock starts immediately. You should begin searching for a new qualifying role right away and report any employer changes to your Designated School Official through your SEVIS record to stay in status.