Role Overview
The Compliance Officer ensures the organization operates within legal and ethical boundaries while achieving business objectives, maintaining comprehensive compliance across labor laws, regulatory requirements, and building safety standards, and developing robust compliance programs to mitigate organizational risks.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and execute effective legal compliance programs within the organization
- Establish sound internal controls and monitor adherence across all operations
- Develop comprehensive compliance frameworks covering labor, regulatory, and building standards
- Ensure alignment with local, national, compliance requirements
Policy Development & Management
Draft and revise company policies to align with legal requirements and state specific standardsDevelop building-specific compliance policies and proceduresCreate standardized compliance documentation and reporting templatesRegularly update policies to reflect changing regulatory landscapeBuilding Compliance Management
Ensure compliance with building safety regulations, fire safety codes, and occupational health standardsMonitor adherence to building permits, licenses, and statutory approvalsCoordinate building safety audits and inspections with regulatory authoritiesManage compliance for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural safety requirementsOversee elevator certifications, fire system testing, and emergency evacuation proceduresEnsure compliance with accessibility standards and environmental regulationsAuditing & Risk Assessment
Conduct regular audits of processes, practices, and documents to identify weaknessesEvaluate business activities and investments to assess compliance riskPerform building compliance audits including safety systems, permits, and certificationsAssess vendor compliance with building and safety standardsIdentify potential compliance gaps and develop remediation plansLabor Law Compliance
Ensure adherence to labor laws, employment regulations, and workplace safety standardsSubmit labor compliance documents with clients for audit purposesCoordinate with vendors to submit compliance documents monthly as per labor lawsMonitor compliance with wage and hour regulations, leave policies, and employee benefitsEnsure workplace safety compliance including safety training and incident reportingCollaborate with external auditors, HR, and regulatory bodies when necessaryTraining & Education
Educate and train employees on regulations and industry best practicesDocumentation & Reporting
Maintain comprehensive compliance documentation and recordsPrepare regular compliance reports for management and clientsTrack and report on building certifications, licenses, and permit renewalsDocument compliance audits, findings, and corrective actionsEnsure audit-ready compliance documentation at all timesVendor & Stakeholder Management
Coordinate with vendors to ensure compliance document submissionMonitor third-party compliance with contractual and regulatory requirementsManage relationships with regulatory authorities and inspection agenciesOversee compliance aspects of vendor selection and performance evaluationCANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 5-7 years proven experience as Compliance Officer or Compliance ManagerExperience in facilities managementKnowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and construction complianceExperience with labor law compliance and regulatory submissionsSkills Required
Internal Controls, Environmental Regulations, Auditing, Risk Assessment, building permits