Compliance Manager Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Compliance Manager:

  • BA in law, finance, business administration or similar related field
  • Previous working experience as compliance manager for (x) years
  • Knowledge and understanding of the industry’s regulations and best practices
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Critical-thinker and problem-solver
  • Hands-on experience with a variety of reporting operations and procedures 
  • Good organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to multi-task

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Compliance Manager skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Compliance Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.