Remote Regulatory Compliance Specialist Jobs
Remote regulatory compliance specialist jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed teams in healthcare, financial services, and technology hiring for these roles on an ongoing basis. Employers hiring remotely right now include Amgen, MEM, and Optum. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
If you call yourself a data guru, then you'll be perfect for this role. As you respond to inquiries, requests and actions, you'll need to be able to communicate research and data findings in a meaningful way. You will also be responsible for monitoring internal and external regulatory audits.
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Establish and implement standard policies, procedures processes and best practices across the company to promote compliance with applicable laws and contractual obligations
- Conduct state-specific legal research and monitor changes in requirements to mitigate risks and achieve compliance
- Support the collection of data for regulatory filings, coordinate and develop reports, projects and use assessment tools to verify compliance
- Create regulatory reporting
- Develop compliance communications and drive problem resolution for a business segment across UnitedHealth Group
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 3+ years of experience working in a government, legal, health care, managed care and/or health insurance environment in a regulatory, privacy or compliance role
- 2+ years of experience communicating complex information via phone conversations and emails to non-technical clients, external customers, internal customers and executives
- 2+ years of experience working independently and researching regulations
- Intermediate level of proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Who's Hiring


Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote regulatory compliance specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, law, finance, or a related field
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks such as SOX, HIPAA, FDA, or EPA standards
- Experience conducting internal audits or compliance assessments
- Proficiency with compliance management software or GRC platforms
- Strong written communication skills for policy documentation and regulatory reporting
- Professional certification such as CCEP, CRCM, or CHC preferred
Tips for Your Remote Regulatory Compliance Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote regulatory compliance specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search for roles that match your regulatory focus area and apply directly without bouncing between multiple sources.
Demonstrate async communication skills upfront
Remote compliance teams run on written documentation. In your cover letter and during interviews, point to specific examples of compliance reports, policy memos, or audit summaries you produced independently, because that written output is what distributed managers evaluate instead of in-person presence.
Get certified in your compliance specialty
Certifications like CCEP, CRCM, or a relevant FDA regulatory affairs credential signal competence to remote hiring managers who can't observe your work in person. They compress your credibility into something concrete and verifiable before a first interview.
Show proficiency in remote compliance tools
Name the compliance management platforms, GRC software, and document control systems you've used, such as Navex Global, MasterControl, or MetricStream, directly in your resume. Remote employers screen for these tools because the entire compliance workflow runs through them.
Remote Regulatory Compliance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote regulatory compliance specialist job?
Target companies that already run distributed compliance teams, such as remote-first insurers, fintech platforms, and digital health companies, because they have established workflows for remote oversight and documentation. Remote employers screen for self-direction, strong async written communication, and proficiency with compliance management software and document control systems. Candidates who can show they have managed audits, tracked regulatory changes, or produced compliance reports independently have a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote regulatory compliance specialists?
Employers currently hiring remote regulatory compliance specialists include Amgen, MEM, and Optum, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These tend to be remote-first firms and distributed teams across healthcare, financial services, and technology sectors that need compliance oversight without requiring staff to be on-site.
Can you get a remote regulatory compliance specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level compliance roles are harder to land because you're expected to work independently from day one with minimal hands-on supervision. Remote-first companies in SaaS and digital health sometimes hire junior specialists when candidates show relevant coursework in regulatory affairs, completed compliance certifications, or internship experience with auditing or policy documentation. Demonstrating you can manage your own workload and communicate clearly in writing is what opens the door.
Do you need a degree for remote regulatory compliance specialist jobs?
Not always, though many remote employers prefer a bachelor's degree in a related field such as business, law, life sciences, or public policy. What matters most to distributed teams is demonstrated knowledge of the relevant regulatory frameworks, hands-on experience with compliance documentation or audits, and professional certifications such as CCEP or CRCM, which carry real weight when a hiring manager can't assess you in person.
Which industries hire the most remote regulatory compliance specialists?
Most remote regulatory compliance specialist openings sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors rely on distributed compliance teams because regulatory obligations apply regardless of physical location, making the role a natural fit for fully remote work.
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