Compliance Specialist – Political Law

U.S. Small Business Administration

. Manage day-to-day compliance operations for nonprofit and PAC clients .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compliance operations, regulatory reporting, and documentation management for nonprofit and PAC clients. Proficient in managing high-volume workflows while ensuring confidentiality and exceptional service delivery.

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Compliance Operations ManagementRegulatory Reporting RequirementsDocumentation ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyNonprofit and PAC Experience

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Hard Skills

Compliance ProcessesRegulatory ReportingDocumentation ManagementBookkeeping SoftwareAttention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingProcess ImprovementWorkflow ManagementClient ServiceConfidentiality Maintenance

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsSound JudgmentDiscretion

Tools & Technologies

NetDocumentsAdobe AcrobatQuickBooksMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OrganizationsPolitical Action CommitteesGovernment AffairsRegulatory CompliancePublic Records

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day compliance operations for nonprofit and PAC clients
Serve as the primary point of contact for communications, inquiries, and regulatory matters
Prepare, review, and coordinate disclosure filings, reports, and submissions for attorney and client review
Monitor statutory and regulatory timelines, identify potential compliance risks, and escalate issues
Maintain accurate records of nonprofit and PAC activities, including contributions, disbursements, filings, and supporting documentation
Support compliance reviews, audits, investigations, and regulatory responses through records gathering, reporting, and documentation management
Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and internal teams to provide updates, track action items, and ensure efficient program operations
Assist with process improvement initiatives to strengthen compliance, reduce risk, improve transparency, and increase operational efficiency
Work under the direction of the Government Affairs and Compliance Manager
Work closely with attorneys, clients, government agencies, and internal stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal, compliance, accounting, regulatory, public records, government affairs, or related field
Experience managing high-volume, deadline-driven workflows involving multiple stakeholders
Knowledge of compliance processes, documentation management, and regulatory reporting requirements
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive information professionally
Demonstrated ability to anticipate client needs and provide exceptional service
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Sound judgment, analytical thinking, and discretion
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Previous experience supporting nonprofit organizations and/or Political Action Committees (PACs) is preferred
Experience with bookkeeping software is preferred
Experience with document management systems such as NetDocuments and Adobe Acrobat is preferred
Familiarity with, and willingness to learn, QuickBooks, bookkeeping software platforms, and PAC and lobbying reporting CRMs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth
Business Resource Group participation
Excellent benefits package