Compliance Officer (Legal Compliance Officer)
こんぷらいあんすおふぃさー（ほうれいじゅんしゅせきにんしゃ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who builds, operates, and monitors systems to ensure companies and organizations comply with laws and internal regulations.
Description
Compliance Officers build and operate compliance systems for laws and internal regulations within companies, conduct risk assessments and corrective measures. They formulate internal regulations and manuals, operate whistleblower systems, investigate and analyze violation cases, plan and implement training and awareness activities for employees, and report to and propose improvements to management. This promotes corporate ethics and legal compliance. In recent years, business scope has expanded to include global regulations, data protection regulations, and sustainability perspectives, making collaboration with other departments and external experts essential.
Future Outlook
Amid increasing complexity and internationalization of legal regulations, demand for corporate compliance is on the rise. Expertise in new areas such as AI and data analysis for risk assessment and monitoring automation, and sustainability compliance, will be increasingly required.
Personality Traits
Cautious and meticulous / Excellent communication skills / High ethical standards / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Cross-Departmental Projects / Flexitime / Hybrid / Office Work / Remote
Career Path
Legal Department Staff → Compliance Officer → Senior Compliance Officer → Compliance Department Manager → CPO (Chief Compliance Officer)
Required Skills
Internal Audit / Legal Research and Interpretation / Presentation Material Creation / Risk Assessment / Training Planning and Implementation
Recommended Skills
Coordination and Negotiation / Data Analysis / English Document Reading / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Required due to the need to analyze complex legal regulations and risk factors. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required to accurately grasp details of laws and regulations and check compliance status. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for explanations to management and employees, training, and report preparation. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Required to quickly respond to legal amendments and guideline changes and update knowledge. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are essential for identifying violation risks and developing countermeasures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so does not require much physical stamina. |
Related Qualifications
- Business Law Certification (Intermediate or higher)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
Aliases
- CCO
- Chief Compliance Officer
- Compliance Officer
- Legal Compliance Officer
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- Internal Auditor
- Legal Affairs Officer
- Risk Management Officer