Compliance Analyst - Decatur, IL
Compliance Analyst - Decatur, IL
Full-Time | Exempt
Role Purpose
The Compliance Analyst is a strategic, hands-on role responsible for advancing the effectiveness, efficiency, and maturity of the organization’s global compliance program through advanced data analytics, technology enablement, and enterprise risk assessment.
This role requires expertise in compliance data analytics, risk assessment methodologies, and compliance technology platforms, including enterprise compliance ERPs and whistleblower/ethics helpline systems. The individual will leverage advanced analytical techniques, AI-enabled tools, and emerging technologies to identify compliance risks, trends, and insights, enabling proactive risk management and data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Operating in a fast-paced, global, and highly regulated environment, this role serves as a trusted advisor to Compliance leadership, Legal and business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance Data Analytics & Insights- Design, develop, and maintain advanced compliance analytics, dashboards, risk indicators, and executive reporting for senior leadership and the Board.
- Apply advanced analytical methods, automation, and AI-enabled tools to identify trends, anomalies, root causes, and emerging compliance risks.
- Establish and oversee compliance data governance standards to ensure data accuracy, integrity, consistency, and scalability.
- Translate complex data into actionable insights to enhance compliance effectiveness and business decision-making.
Enterprise Compliance Risk Assessment- Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of enterprise and regional compliance risk assessments.
- Integrate internal data, external risk factors, regulatory developments, and business changes into risk evaluation methodologies.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize risks and inform mitigation strategies, monitoring plans, and compliance initiatives.
Compliance Technology & Systems- Serve as the SME and product owner for compliance technology solutions, including compliance ERPs and the whistleblower/ethics helpline.
- Lead or support selection, implementation, optimization, and ongoing administration of compliance technology tools.
- Drive automation and system enhancements to improve efficiency, consistency, and user experience.
- Oversee vendor relationships, system controls, and performance metrics.
Program Monitoring & Effectiveness- Develop and execute continuous monitoring and testing activities to assess compliance program effectiveness.
- Establish KPIs and maturity metrics aligned with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.
- Support internal and external audits, regulatory inquiries, and compliance reviews.
Investigations & Advisory Support- Oversee administration of the whistleblower case management system, including review and triage of all complaints (initial intake review, risk and severity assessment, urgency of the matter, routing and assignment, to the appropriate regions and investigative departments), protocol compliance monitoring, and system enhancements.
- Provide data, analytics, and systems expertise in support of internal investigations and compliance reviews.
- Analyze helpline and case data to identify systemic issues, training needs, and program improvements.
- Prepare Board of Directors and Executive Committee metrics, key takeaways, action items.
- Advise Compliance leadership on trends, risk exposures, and strategic program enhancements.
Leadership & Collaboration- Serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader within the Compliance function.
- Collaborate closely with Legal, Internal Audit, Risk, IT, HR, Global Security, and business teams.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the development of compliance analytics capabilities.
Qualifications & Experience
Required- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Risk Management, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in compliance, risk management, audit, data analytics, or a related function.
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing compliance risk assessments.
- Advanced data analytics skills, including expertise in Excel, SQL, data visualization tools, and BI platforms.
- Proven experience implementing, managing, or optimizing compliance ERPs, case management systems, and whistleblower/ethics helplines.
- Strong understanding of global compliance program components and regulatory frameworks (e.g., anti-corruption, antitrust, data privacy, trade compliance).
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand, global environment.
- Excellent written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills.
Preferred- Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Experience leveraging AI, automation, and advanced analytics in compliance or risk settings.
- Experience supporting or leading global compliance programs in complex, matrixed organizations.
- Certifications such as CCEP, CIA, CISA, or equivalent.
Core Competencies- Advanced Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Compliance Risk Management
- Data Governance & Technology Enablement
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Executive Communication & Reporting
- Project & Program Management
- Judgment, Integrity & Confidentiality
- Ability to Influence and Drive Change
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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