Sr. Manager - Sales Compliance Operations (40017)

Job DetailsJob Location: Smart Circle International - Newport Beach - Newport Beach, CA 92660Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 Salary/yearThe Senior Compliance Operations Manager ensures that compliance standards are not only defined but consistently executed across client accounts. This role is responsible for overseeing adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and service expectations - while bringing structure and visibility to how work gets done.

Working across account management and leadership, you will identify risks early, connect insights across teams, and implement processes that are clear, repeatable, and scalable. You’ll play a key role in turning inconsistent or manual workflows into disciplined operations that hold up under growth.

Success in this role means strengthening accountability, improving operational consistency, and addressing issues before they escalate. The impact is measurable: reduced risk, stronger service delivery, and sustained client trust.

The Basics:  

Location: WFH/Remote available (U.S. based only) 

Compensation: $110,000-$130,000/year, based on experience + bonus potential 

In accordance with applicable law, the compensation range listed above reflects our good faith estimate of the expected salary for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. 

Travel: Up to 5% 

Department: Compliance 

What You’ll Do:  

Compliance Oversight & Quality Assurance 

Ensure compliance standards are consistently followed across multiple client accounts and programs 

Audit client interactions, deliverables, and workflows to identify gaps and risks 

Develop and maintain quality assurance frameworks to monitor adherence to policies 

Client & Internal Reporting 

Analyze and report on compliance trends, risks, and performance metrics 

Present insights and recommendations to clients and internal leadership 

Create and distribute weekly and monthly operational/compliance reports 

Operational Process Management 

Standardize processes and workflows across account management teams 

Implement and enforce compliance policies, procedures, and best practices 

Continuously improve operational systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy 

Performance Monitoring & SLA Management 

Monitor SLAs, response times, and overall service quality across teams 

Ensure urgent client issues are addressed promptly and appropriately 

Hold account teams accountable for meeting communication and performance expectations 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

Partner with account managers, client success teams, and leadership to drive compliance initiatives 

Provide training and guidance to teams on compliance standards and expectations 

Support escalation management and resolution for high-risk compliance issues 

What You’ll Bring: 

2-3+ years of experience in operations, compliance, client services, or a related field 

Experience managing or overseeing client-facing teams or processes 

Proven ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable recommendations 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable speaking in front of crowds and executive leadership 

Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, auditing practices, or regulatory environments 

Smart Circle International is a leading broker of outsourced sales and customer acquisition services. We help clients and independently owned and operated sales companies grow together through versatile in-person marketing and sales campaigns inside retailers, businesses and through door-to-door canvassing. Smart Circle operates from two locations: our headquarters in Newport Beach, California, and an office in Toronto, Ontario. Visit smartcircle.com to learn more! 

Why You’ll Love It Here: 

Smart Circle is committed to cultivating an environment that sparks curiosity, encourages bold thinking, and supports continuous development. We believe people thrive when they’re in roles that align with their strengths and ambitions, so we make space for individuals to stretch and explore new possibilities. Your next move matters so if you're looking for a place where ambition is celebrated and growth is tangible, Smart Circle may be the place for you! 

Total Rewards: 

Full-time positions qualify for a benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical (with an HSA plan option), dental, vision and company paid Basic Life insurance, opportunity to enroll in Voluntary Life plans, Employee Assistance Program, 401K with employer match, employee referral program, home office stipend and opportunities for team building, growth, and development. Team members have on-demand access to an LMS with a variety of courses to further their professional and personal development.   

Equal Opportunity Employer:  

Smart Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building a workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to grow, regardless of background or identity.   

We recruit, hire, evaluate, and promote based on talent and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability status, or any other protected characteristic under state or federal law. Discrimination or harassment of any kind has no place here, and we expect every team member to uphold a culture of dignity and respect. 

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