Compliance Manager
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Compliance Manager New York, New York, United States Apply ABOUT THE JOB The ACLU seeks applicants for the full-time position of Compliance Manager in the Corporate Counsel's Office of the ACLU's National office in New York, NY. This is a hybrid role that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month. The ACLU leverages the resources of outside contractors to supplement the talents of its own staff and maximize its impact. To protect its tax-exempt status and its fundraising, advocacy, and litigation capabilities, the ACLU must maintain rigorous compliance with a myriad of federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Office of Corporate Counsel provides the primary support for both of those efforts. We draft and negotiate contracts that vastly expand the organization's reach and support the functions of every department. We create compliance programs, train staff, and provide compliance advice, all with the goal of maintaining the highest standards of professional and business conduct. WHAT YOU'LL DO Reporting to the Co-Chief Corporate Counsel for Regulatory Compliance, the Compliance Manager will be responsible for administering, organizing, and implementing political law reporting compliance protocols and processes. YOUR DAY TO DAY Collect and track data to comply with lobbying, campaign finance, and other regulatory requirements on an ongoing basis across a variety of federal, state, and local jurisdictions Prepare, file, and maintain records of registrations, reports, and other disclosure forms, including all federal, state, and local lobbying and campaign finance reports Coordinate reporting with National Political Advocacy Department, with ballot committees, and with other coalition partners as needed on political law reporting Independently respond to questions from ACLU staff on reporting requirements and provide fast guidance to staff, with minimal oversight from the Co-Chief Corporate Counsel, and serve as a resource for inquiries about political law report filing status and requirements for the Office of Corporate Counsel team and other departments Independently assess when to escalate reporting questions or difficulties to outside counsel and work with outside counsel effectively Coordinate and work closely with ACLU Finance staff on accounts used for political activities, on collecting finance figures and data for reports, and collaborate on tracking and other data analysis needs for Finance team Maintain and update political law reporting calendars and all other tracking and recordkeeping systems diligently Draft grant agreements, correspondence, and consultant agreements for political law programs Collaborate with Co-Chief Corporate Counsel on political law training processes and program development Support attorneys and staff in the Office of Corporate Counsel with other departmental matters as needed Engage in special projects and other duties as assigned FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts WHAT YOU'LL BRING Demonstrated paralegal or relevant administrative work experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail Excellent time management skills with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment balancing multiple priorities Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in organizational matters Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred - experience with political law filings or other complex regulatory filings COMPENSATION The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. Consistent with our compensation philosophy, there is a set salary for each role based on geographic work location. The annual salary for this position is $92,431 (Level I), reflecting the salary of a position based in New York, NY. Salaries are subject to a regional pay adjustment if authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting. For details on our pay structure, please visit: WHY THE ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being. At the ACLU, we offer a broad range of benefits, which include: Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid-time off policy Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment) Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer match We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION Accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization - one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression, anti-ableism, and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we're in the courts or in the office, we believe We the People' means all of us. 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