Global Compliance Specialist

As a Global Compliance Specialist at Avetta, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance on regulatory compliance matters, collaborating with various internal teams, clients, and vendors to ensure our products meet country-specific regulatory standards. Your day-to-day activities will involve conducting comprehensive assessments of compliance gaps, developing action plans, overseeing content management processes using JIRA, and providing training to teams on compliance requirements.

To qualify for the Global Compliance Specialist position at Avetta, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience in fields like Regulatory Affairs or Compliance, alongside 7+ years in global regulatory compliance, particularly in a SaaS environment. In-depth knowledge of international regulatory frameworks and strong analytical skills are essential, and industry certifications like CSP or CRIS are preferred.

Avetta values candidates for the Global Compliance Specialist role who have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Being detail-oriented and possessing a proactive mindset is crucial as you work across diverse teams and geographies. Collaboration and adaptability are essential to drive compliance initiatives effectively and ensure seamless integration with our operational processes.

The Global Compliance Specialist plays a critical role in Avetta's growth by ensuring that our compliance practices keep pace with regulatory changes globally. By identifying compliance gaps and developing actionable plans, you help maintain our reputation for providing safe and sustainable supply chains. Your efforts directly enhance our product offerings and support our mission of creating a more compliant and trustworthy marketplace.

In the role of Global Compliance Specialist at Avetta, you will utilize tools such as JIRA for project management, Confluence for documentation, Wrike for task management, and Salesforce for customer relationship management. Familiarity with these platforms is crucial for overseeing compliance processes and ensuring that all projects adhere to established goals and timelines.

When answering this question, share specific examples from your professional background where you successfully navigated complex regulatory requirements. Highlight any projects you led that involved compliance checks and detail how you approached challenges, focusing on the strategies you used to remain compliant and up-to-date with regulations.

In your answer, explain the methods you employ to conduct thorough assessments, such as utilizing compliance checklists, engaging with stakeholders for requirement reviews, and analyzing regulatory frameworks. Discuss any tools you use, like JIRA, to document findings and develop strategies that address these gaps.

Share a specific instance where you had to relay complex regulatory changes to your team or stakeholders. Focus on how you broke down the information into actionable insights and ensured everyone understood the implications for the business. Mention any tools or methods that aided in this communication process.

Detail your strategy for continuous improvement, including how you gather feedback on existing processes, analyze compliance metrics, and collaborate with various teams to implement changes. Provide examples of successful initiatives you have led that resulted in enhanced efficiency or compliance quality.

Talk about your experience in establishing clear SLAs and performance metrics for third-party consultants. Discuss how you track deliverables and maintain open lines of communication to ensure that compliance work is conducted efficiently and meets Avetta’s standards.

Explain how you have utilized JIRA in past roles to manage compliance projects, including creating and assigning tasks, tracking progress, and documenting compliance actions taken. Share examples of specific projects where JIRA helped streamline processes or improve team collaboration.

Outline your methods for keeping abreast of international regulatory changes, such as subscribing to relevant newsletters, attending webinars, collaborating with industry experts, or participating in compliance forums. Emphasize the importance of continuous learning in the dynamic field of global compliance.

Discuss how you foster collaboration among stakeholders by holding regular review sessions and using clear communication about compliance expectations. Provide examples of how you’ve successfully engaged teams to understand their roles in compliance and how they can contribute to overall success.

Reassure candidates that many skills from other sectors are transferable to the SaaS industry. Emphasize the relevance of understanding regulatory frameworks, the importance of robust compliance documentation, and maintaining client relationships. They should showcase adaptable examples that demonstrate their readiness to apply their compliance knowledge in a software environment.

Discuss the importance of cultural sensitivity in compliance roles, focusing on specific instances where you’ve navigated regulatory compliance across different regions. Emphasize your ability to adapt communication, understand local regulations, and develop processes that respect cultural nuances while maintaining compliance.