[Remote] Compliance Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ServiceMac is a new sub-servicing entity focused on providing superior technology and services for the mortgage and real estate industries. The Compliance Specialist will administer compliance programs, perform legal research, and ensure adherence to corporate policies and external regulations. Responsibilities Provides administrative support on compliance programs, activities and examinations. Serves as contact/liaison for assigned area/function Collects and collates legal research and information from a wide variety of sources Performs reviews of policies, procedures, controls, and performance to ensure compliance with corporate policy and external regulations for assigned area. Reports results to management and evaluates and recommends corrective action utilizing regulatory guidance and best practices; conducts follow-up Depending on assigned area/function, may participate in various projects that impact national agents and conduct annual underwriting review of national agents Monitors and updates action plans; follows up with responsible parties to ensure tasks are completed when due Generates compliance reports and spreadsheets as needed for both internal and external business needs, which may include high level committees and federal regulators Provides scheduling, tracking, reporting and/or database support to programs Maintains quality customer service and relationships with internal and/or external clients and contacts Remains current with regulatory environment and existing regulations; assesses potential impact of potential regulatory changes and provides commentary as appropriate Assists with the development and implementation of a compliance monitoring/control program for assigned areas of the organization; including tracking procedures, systems, training, documentation, and self-assessment May assist in coordinating staff training programs for assigned areas of the organization, such as code of ethics certifications and monitoring for insider trading Provides other administrative support to legal department May be responsible for compliance activities in a broader, more complex area, or for multiple areas Follows functional area’s processes and procedures in daily activities, troubleshoots as needed and recommends suggestions for continuous improvements to overall operations Actively contributes to the results of a team and works toward achieving goals and objectives Other duties as assigned Skills Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience 1-3 years of experience Working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of department/field Possesses and applies a working knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments Experience in a particular area, such as banking/trust, title insurance and settlements, licensing, federal and state rules and regulations of these areas, etc Working knowledge of the law library, state and federal regulations, code sections, legal decisions and Commerce Clearing House volumes Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to legal entities, real property, title insurance, and settlement Research and summation skills Analytical and investigative skills Detail-oriented Good verbal and written communication skills Establishes effective working relationships at the work group level Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401k PTO/paid sick leave Employee stock purchase plan Company Overview First American provides financial services through its Title Insurance and Services segment and its Specialty Insurance segment. It was founded in 1889, and is headquartered in Santa Ana, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is