Job Description
At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage — our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness.
Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.
The Compliance Associate ensures the company’s adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role involves managing compliance initiatives, conducting legal research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risk and support business objectives.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and support regulatory and legal compliance initiatives in a dynamic environment.
- Advise on U.S. laws and regulations, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and relevant state/local requirements.
- Review and provide compliance guidance for product development, operational practices, and platform enhancements.
- Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on business operations.
- Conduct legal research and deliver clear, concise written analyses.
- Collaborate with external counsel, vendors, and customers on compliance matters.
- Identify and mitigate potential legal risks related to company practices and policies.
- Partner with Product and Operations teams to develop and maintain compliance policies and SOPs; assist with audits and remediation.
- Document compliance decisions and maintain team resources.
- Support sales and customer-facing teams through calls, webinars, and RFP responses.
- Perform additional compliance projects as assigned.
What You'll Need to be Successful:
- 2+ years of experience in U.S. legal and regulatory compliance.
- Familiarity with FCRA, FTC, and CFPB regulations.
- Working knowledge of employment background screening requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree required; JD or equivalent legal education preferred.
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, including virtual presentation skills.
- Ability to apply independent judgment and creative problem-solving.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects with precision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Commitment to integrity, curiosity, and continuous learning.
Why First Advantage is Your Next Big Career Move
First Advantage is going through a technology transformation! We are looking for experts who are excited to work with advanced technologies and provide best-in-class user experience, drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions, and smoothly guide our agile teams and clients through meaningful changes as we continue to expand our impact.
Additional benefits offered to our eligible people include:
- Ability to work remotely with occasional business travel
- Medical, Vision, Dental, and supplementary benefit plans
- 401k with an employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Competitive and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 paid company holidays
- Access to new tech and growth opportunities, and leaders who want to see you succeed!
What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today – we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!
The salary range for this position is approximately $90,000-110,000 base annually. This range reflects our good faith estimate to pay fairly as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate’s experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process
We have great people here and are looking for more. Come join us!
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Equal Employment Opportunities at First Advantage
First Advantage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace and recruitment process that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions at First Advantage are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.