Compliance Manager

(Chicago/Hybrid) The position of Compliance Manager will address contract management by providing cost-effective solutions and strategies for oversight and continuous improvement through the contract lifecycle. This position is responsible for implementing and managing policies and procedures to minimize The Fellowship's risk. In this role the Compliance Manager will manage regulatory issues that may be multifaceted across the organization. As the subject-matter expert, this role will guide all compliance-related matters as they arise. This position is responsible for understanding compliance requirements and working with leaders to develop policies and procedures. The position of Compliance Manager is based at our headquarters located in downtown Chicago.

We are seeking an individual with Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Finance, Business Management, Law, MIS, Economics, or other business-related degree. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in compliance, regulatory and accreditation, or performance improvement in a highly regulated non-profit sector. Paralegal preferred.

Essential Job Responsibilities Include:

Contract Review and Negotiation:

• Review contracts on behalf of the Fellowship to ensure the business and operational outputs required by the contract at a fair and competitive value. Work with internal business managers and external vendors to resolve issues.
• Reviewing of long-standing contracts focusing on the associated value and need and reviewing opportunities for strategic sourcing.
• Conducting contract reviews and audits to advance essential contract management principles of efficiency, integrity, and uniformity.
• Manage the contract database to assure that the database in complete and monitor termination and auto-renew dates.

Compliance:

• Monitor compliance with contract terms and disseminate formal communications to internal contract owners and vendors if/when disputes or deficiencies arise.
• Train staff on compliance concepts when required by law or organizational standards and policies.
• Implements a strategy and plan for continuous improvement in compliance and risk mitigation improvement functions within the organization in collaboration with the Leadership teams- ensuring alignment within the organization.

Vendor Management:

• Conduct periodic reviews of vendor performance and maintain relationships with vendors.

Technical Skills & Abilities

• In-depth expertise in regulations, laws and ethical standards
• Proficient in understanding relevant standards and their applications.
• Expertise in the understanding of technical vocabulary.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with business leaders to develop and implement risk management strategies and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and facilitate internal and external meetings, negotiate and produce the desired outcomes.
• Strong communications, interpersonal and networking skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Lead internal and external teams to solve unique and/or complex problems.
• Persuasiveness to influence the acceptance and implementation of the developed conclusions and recommendations.
• Ability to clearly communicate unique and/or complex concepts and influence others to adopt a different point of view.
• Ability to think strategically and anticipate future risks and opportunities.
• Open mindedness and ability to quickly grasp new concepts and ideas.
• Knowledge and understanding of multi-faiths, Jewish and Chrisitan

The Fellowship is an organization of bridge builders whose vision is that Jews and Christians will reverse their 2,000-year history of discord and replace it with a relationship marked by dialogue, understanding, respect and cooperation. Together we are able to help more than a million Jews in need each year. Our success is built on a culture that celebrates the differences in who we are, what we have experienced, and how we think.

Come experience all The Fellowship offers including a competitive and generous benefits package with medical, dental and vision, retirement savings plans, ample time off and many more perks. Our headquarters is located on Wacker Drive, across from the Chicago Riverwalk with some of the best views in the city!

Key words: Compliance, Contract Management, Regulatory

We are an equal opportunity employer (EOE).